Answer: penetrating

AnswerCrossword Clue
PENETRATINGSharp
PENETRATINGPiercing
penetrating(of a voice or sound) Clearly heard through or above other sounds
penetratingPENETRATE, to thrust or force a way into the inside of
penetrating(of a person's eyes or expression) Reflecting an apparent ability to see into the mind of the person being looked at; piercingly intense
penetratingAble to make a way through or into something
penetratingHaving or showing clear insight
penetrating(of a smell) Strong; pungent