poignancy
/ˈpɔɪnjənsi/
noun
- The quality of evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; emotional sharpness or depth.
- The poignancy of the farewell speech moved everyone in the room.
- There is a special poignancy in reading letters from a loved one who has passed away.
- The poignancy of the song came from its simple, honest lyrics.
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