| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| poignance | (noun) a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow | Synonyms: poignancy |
| poignancy | (noun) a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow) | Synonyms: pathos |
| (noun) a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow | Synonyms: poignance | |
| poignant | (adjective) arousing affect | Synonyms: affecting, touching |
| (adjective) keenly distressing to the mind or feelings | - | |
| poignantly | (adverb) in a poignant or touching manner | Synonyms: affectingly, touchingly |