Poignance (Noun)
Meaning
A state of deeply felt distress or sorrow; "a moment of extraordinary poignancy".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The old photograph brought back a moment of extraordinary poignancy for her, reminding her of happier times with her late husband.
- The news of the natural disaster filled her with a sense of poignance, as she thought of the families who had lost their homes.
- The movie's portrayal of the refugee's struggles was a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, evoking a deep sense of poignance in the audience.
- The song's lyrics captured the poignance of lost love, resonating deeply with anyone who had ever experienced heartbreak.
- The visit to the war memorial was a moment of great poignance for the veteran, as he remembered the friends he had lost in combat.