poignancy

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having or showing a keen, sensitive, and emotional response to experiences or situations.

  - "The loss of a loved one can bring poignant moments during a funeral."
  - "The poignant scene in the movie left many viewers in tears."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with poignancy
dainty , fainting , painting , raining

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Variants

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poignancies , poignancy

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Etymology

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From the Old French word poignant, meaning sharp or piercing, which can evoke strong emotions.

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Trivia

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1. The term poignant comes from the Old French word poignant, meaning sharp or piercing.

2. Poignancy can be found in various forms of art, such as literature, music, and visual arts.

3. Poignant moments can bring about a sense of closure and healing in difficult situations.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pathos: A rhetorical device used to evoke an emotional response in an audience.

2. Sentimentality: An excessive display of emotion, often in art or literature.

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Culture

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Poignancy is often used in literature, music, and art to evoke strong emotions in audiences. It can be found in moments of sadness, loss, or nostalgia.

How to Memorize "poignancy"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a scene that brings strong emotions, such as the loss of a loved one or a heartfelt reunion.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word poignant with strong emotions, such as sadness, loss, or nostalgia.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym P.O.I.N.G.A.N.C.Y. to remember the definition: Poignant moments evoke Intense, Nostalgic, and Gut-wrenching emotions in New Contexts and Years.

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