Definition of telling

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  • telling is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • telling is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • telling is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of telling

  • powerfully persuasive (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a telling presentation

    Synonyms

    1. cogent
    2. weighty
  • an act of narration (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. recounting
    2. relation
  • disclosing information or giving evidence about another (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. singing
    2. tattle
  • disclosing unintentionally something concealed (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a telling smile

    Synonyms

    1. revealing
    2. telltale
  • producing a strong effect (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a telling gesture

    Synonyms

    1. impressive
  • informing by words (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. apprisal
    2. notification

See definition of telling in Merriam Webster