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poignant

adjective
/ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

Meaning

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching

Example Sentences

The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.

Synonyms

touching, moving, affecting, emotional

Antonyms

unmoving, indifferent, dull

Collocations

poignant memory, poignant moment, poignant story, poignant reminder

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