Meaning & Definition of Poignant in English
English⟶
Poignant
/pɔɪnjənt/
adjective
1. Arousing affect
- "The homecoming of the released hostages was an affecting scene"
- "Poignant grief cannot endure forever"
- "His gratitude was simple and touching"
synonym:
- affecting,
- poignant,
- touching
2. Keenly distressing to the mind or feelings
- "Poignant anxiety"
synonym:
- poignant