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
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
consortassociate
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table