poignant
adjective
keenly distressing to the feelings.
poignantly
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a word derived from
poignant.
Example Sentences
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Apprehensive yet eager for human connection, she poignantly can’t find the courage to leave her refuge with a lover who passes through.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
As Mitch, Stanley’s poker buddy who is attracted to Blanche, Bille Bruley’s high tenor poignantly embodied a weak man trying to be strong.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
The change in her life was poignantly noticed by her young son, who told her: "Your eyes smile now and they didn't smile before."
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
But it’s poignantly introspective on tracks like “What Is Left to Say” and “I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your Time.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 30, 2026
His plan of action, regardless of the stages of his life, his agenda, and his perspective were always poignantly clear.
From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey
