GRE Word List

POIGNANCY

the quality or state of being poignant

The meaning of the word poignancy is the quality or state of being poignant.

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WordMeaning
impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally
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lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
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denominationan act of denominating
encircleto form a circle around : surround
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
mirewet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh)
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sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout