Thursday 27th October 2016
Poignant - /ˈpɔɪnjənt/
Adjective
1. Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.
2. Archaic - Sharp or pungent
in taste or smell.
Example sentence
Adjective
‘A poignant reminder of the passing of
time’
Archaic ‘The poignant scent of her powder’
Origin
Late Middle English: from Old French, literally pricking,
present participle of poindre, from Latin pungere to prick.
Thanks to: www.oxforddictionaries.com
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