Definitions

hard-hitting

[hahrd-hit-ing] / ˈhɑrdˈhɪt ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

forceful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compelling pithy

WEAK

ball of fire bullish cogent coming on strong commanding constraining convincing dominant dynamic dynamical effective electric elemental energetic forcible gutsy mighty persuasive potent powerful powerhouse puissa

Example Sentences

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Hard-hitting batsman Phil Salt was passed fit as England named their team Saturday for their first match in the T20 World Cup.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

"Hard-hitting journalism: 'Why are you so am-aaaaay-zing?'" the GOP senator reacted.

From Fox News • Apr. 21, 2020

Hard-hitting, honest and vulnerable, it had all the hallmarks of his future hits, but he bided his time before committing to an album - releasing 11 singles and two EPs over the next four years.

From BBC • Sep. 19, 2019

“Concrete Charlie” Chuck Bednarik — Hard-hitting Hall of Famer played both center and linebacker for the Eagles.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2019

Hard-hitting defensive backs say the league is destroying the physical element of the game or lament that it’s changing the sport entirely.

From Washington Times • Aug. 7, 2018