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poignant

/pɔɪndʒənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does poignant mean?

adjective

Causing a feeling of deep sadness or regret; having the power to make one feel sad or emotional. A poignant memory or experience is one that is deeply felt and often difficult to forget.

Example

"The poignant scene in the movie left me feeling emotional for hours."

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