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
posteritythe offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
attireto put garments on : dress
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
impingeencroach
vacuousemptied of or lacking content
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration