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
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
mingleto bring or mix together or with something else usually without fundamental loss of identity : intermix
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
coalitionthe act of coalescing : union
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
conservatorya greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
raimentclothing