daggerlike
/ˈdæɡərˌlaɪk/
ADJECTIVE
1. Resembling a dagger in shape
Having a long, narrow, pointed shape resembling a dagger or similar stabbing weapon.
1.1. Sharp and pointed shapes
Describes objects or natural formations that are narrow, elongated, sharply pointed, or shaped like a dagger.
Synonyms
- pointed
- pointy
- knifelike
- clawlike
- needlelike
- spiky
- spiny
- acicular
- acuminate
- sharp
Antonyms
- blunt
- rounded
- flat
- smooth
- obtuse
Examples
- The mountain range had daggerlike peaks that pierced the sky.
- The icicles hanging from the roof looked thin and daggerlike.
- The plant produces daggerlike leaves with pointed tips.
- The coastline was marked by jagged, daggerlike rock formations.
Related Words
1.2. Sharp and cutting edges
Describes blades, edges, or surfaces that are extremely sharp and capable of cutting or piercing.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- dull
- dulled
- blunted
- unsharp
- soft
Examples
- The broken glass had daggerlike edges.
- The tool's daggerlike blade could easily pierce the material.
- The sharpened metal fragments had dangerously daggerlike points.
Related Words
- cutting edge
- blade
- razor
- steel
- honing
- sharpening
- abrasion
- piercing
ADJECTIVE
2. Piercing or stabbing in sensation
Producing an intense, sharp, penetrating sensation resembling the pain caused by a dagger.
2.1. Sharp and stabbing pain
Describes sudden, intense, penetrating pain that feels as though something pointed is piercing the body.
Synonyms
- stabbing
- piercing
- lancinating
- cutting
- sharp
- shooting
- pricking
Antonyms
Examples
- A daggerlike pain shot through his chest.
- She felt a daggerlike sensation in her side.
- The cold wind brought a daggerlike sting to his exposed skin.
Related Words
- pain
- agony
- discomfort
- puncture
- nerve pain
- sensation
- injury
2.2. Biting or penetrating cold
Describes cold air or wind that feels intensely sharp, biting, and painful against the skin.
Synonyms
- biting
- piercing
- cutting
- stinging
- bitter
- penetrating
- icy
Antonyms
Examples
- The wind carried a daggerlike coldness through the narrow street.
- Daggerlike gusts of icy air swept across the mountain.
Related Words
- frost
- chill
- wind
- coldness
- freezing
- winter
- exposure
ADJECTIVE
3. Harsh or penetrating in expression
Having an intensely cutting, incisive, or emotionally piercing quality, especially when describing words, remarks, or criticism.
3.1. Cutting words and criticism
Describes remarks, criticism, or language that is sharply hurtful, biting, or emotionally penetrating.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- Her daggerlike criticism left the entire team speechless.
- He responded with a daggerlike remark that hurt her deeply.
- The article contained daggerlike observations about political corruption.