What is another word for Transpierce?

Pronunciation: [tɹanspˈi͡əs] (IPA)

The word "transpierce" means to pierce through completely. Its synonyms include penetrate, stab, impale, puncture, perforate, bore, and prick. All of these verbs describe the act of piercing something. However, they differ in their level of force, intention, and/or context. For example, "impale" suggests a deliberate and forceful act of driving a pointed object into something or someone, whereas "perforate" and "puncture" suggest a more gradual or accidental act of creating a small hole through something. Ultimately, selecting the appropriate synonym for "transpierce" depends on the intended tone, meaning, and emphasis of one's message or writing.

What are the hypernyms for Transpierce?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Transpierce

If he has hit his mark, he continues his efforts and endeavours to Transpierce it or so to entangle the barbs in the flesh as to prevent its escape.
"A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson"
Watkin Tench
What are these sad solemn accents That Transpierce my very heart, That cut through me like a dagger?
"The Purgatory of St. Patrick"
Pedro Calderon de la Barca
Yet, one cry I, too, would drive up like a column erect, Marble to marble, from my heart to heaven, A monument of anguish to Transpierce And overtop your vapoury complaints Expressed from feeble woes.
"The Poetical Works of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Vol. I"
Elizabeth Barrett Browning

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