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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mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
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gerrymanderthe act or method of gerrymandering
piousmarked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship
smeara viscous or sticky substance
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
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abusiveusing harsh, insulting language
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain