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poignancy

noun
/ˈpɔɪ.nən.si/

Meaning

the quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; emotionally touching

Example Sentences

The poignancy of the farewell brought tears to everyone's eyes.

Synonyms

bitterness, sadness, pathos, sentiment

Antonyms

joy, happiness

Collocations

poignancy of memory, emotional poignancy, poignant poignancy

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