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
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
factitiousproduced by humans rather than by natural forces
plauditan act or round of applause
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
shavingthe act of one that shaves
defrayto provide for the payment of : pay