poignant

poignant
[ˈpɔɪnjənt]
adjective
  1. evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret
    深刻的
    a poignant reminder of the passing of time.
    对时光流逝的深刻提醒。
    ■(archaic)sharp or pungent in taste or smell
    (旧)(味道,气味)辛辣的
派生
poignance
noun
poignancy
noun
poignantly
adverb
语源
  1. late Middle English: from Old French, literally pricking', present participle of poindre, from Latin pungere 'to prick'
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