transpierce
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /trænˈspɪəs/
KK: /trænˈspɪr̩s/
verb
Definition
To pass through something by piercing it.
Example
The arrow was able to transpierce the thick armor.
Tense Forms
Past: transpierced
Past Participle: transpierced
Conversation
Did you see that arrow transpierce the target during the competition?
Yeah, it was amazing! That archer has some serious skills.
I know, right? It looked like the arrow just transpierced everything in its path.
Definitely! I can't wait to see more of their performances.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pierce
penetrate
perforate
Antonyms
seal
block
close
Root Explanation
Transpierce → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "pierce" (from Old French *percer*, meaning to penetrate or break through). The word "transpierce" means to pierce or penetrate through something across its entirety.
Memory Tip
Think of something going 'across' ('trans-') and 'breaking through' ('pierce') — that's why transpierce means to penetrate through something.
Visually Confused Words
cotranspire