1. very sharp, intense, or penetrating
2. making a high, sharp sound

1. a hole made through part of the body for wearing jewelry
2. the act of making a hole through something

Examples

• She gave him a piercing look that made him uncomfortable.
• The piercing wind cut through their jackets.
• A piercing scream echoed through the night.
• She got a new ear piercing at the mall.
• The piercing of the balloon made a loud pop.
• His piercing blue eyes were unforgettable.
• The piercing sound of the alarm woke everyone up.