piercingly

/ˈpɪrsɪŋli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is very sharp, loud, or intense, especially causing discomfort.
    • She stared piercingly at him, making him uncomfortable.
    • The wind blew piercingly cold across the open field.
    • The alarm rang piercingly loud, hurting everyone's ears.
  2. In a very perceptive or insightful manner.
    • The critic analyzed the film piercingly, pointing out every flaw.
    • She spoke piercingly about the problems in the company.
    • He looked piercingly at the evidence and saw the truth.
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