1. A comment or statement that shows deep insight, understanding, or perceptiveness; a remark that gets to the heart of a matter or reveals hidden truths
His penetrating remark about human nature left everyone in the room speechless.
Sua observação penetrante sobre a natureza humana deixou todos na sala em silêncio.
2. A sharp or incisive comment that cuts through pretense or superficiality
The critic made a penetrating remark that exposed the flaws in the author's argument.
O crítico fez uma observação penetrante que expôs as falhas no argumento do autor.