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
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
wagto be in motion : stir
badinageplayful repartee : banter
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
plethoraan ample amount or number : abundance
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
festerto generate pus
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
disproportionlack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity