Withering (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Making light of; "afire with annihilating invective"; "a devastating portrait of human folly"; "to compliments inflated I've a withering reply"- W.S.Gilbert.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her withering glance made it clear she wasn't buying his excuses.
- The comedian's withering wit left the audience in stitches as he tore apart the politician's latest gaffe.
- The critic's review was a withering assessment of the film, calling it a shallow and uninspired attempt at drama.
- The withering sarcasm in her voice made it clear she was not impressed by his boasts.
- His withering put-down left the opponent speechless, unable to respond to the biting remark.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction; "possessing annihilative power"; "a devastating hurricane"; "the guns opened a withering fire".
Classification
All adjective clusters.