Poignant
Definition
(adj) Evoking a strong sense of sadness or regret
Examples
“The film's poignant ending left the entire theater in silence, reflecting on its message.”
“Her voicemail after the breakup was poignant.”
“Poignant old photos of Dad still sit in the kitchen drawer.”
“I still remember the poignant smell of jasmine outside the church in Seville.”
“At the Cedar Rapids station, his poignant goodbye made me tear up on the platform.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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