Also means
blunt, assertive (figurative)
Usage Note
Tranchant literally means having a sharp cutting edge (un couteau tranchant), but figuratively describes a tone or judgement that is incisive or brusque — un ton tranchant (a curt tone). The feminine form is tranchante. The noun le tranchant refers to the cutting edge of a blade.
Examples
"La lame est encore bien tranchante."
Natural Translation
The blade is still very sharp.
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