All 3 Uses of
incisive
in
The Brothers Karamazov
- "Before you talk of a historical event like the foundation of a nationality, you must first understand what you mean by it," he admonished him in stern, incisive tones.†
Chpt 10
- "You must be prepared for anything," said the doctor in emphatic and incisive tones, and dropping his eyes, he was about to step out to the coach.†
Chpt 10
- "It's Perezvon's master, don't worry about me," Kolya said incisively again.†
Chpt 10 *
Definition:
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(incisive) direct, clear, and sharp in thinking or expression -- often indicating a decisive person (makes decisions quickly) or a penetrating mind