WORD OF THE DAY -poignant
- Sep 30, 2020
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poignant
[ˈpɔɪnjənt]
ADJECTIVE
evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret. "a poignant reminder of the passing of time" synonyms: touching · moving · sad · saddening · affecting · pitiful · piteous · pitiable · pathetic · sorrowful · mournful · tearful · wretched · miserable · bitter · painful · distressing · disturbing · heart-rending · heartbreaking · tear-jerking · plaintive · upsetting · tragic
archaic sharp or pungent in taste or smell. "the poignant scent of her powder"
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