What is the meaning of poignancy?

noun

  • A state of deeply felt distress or sorrow.
    • usage: "a moment of extraordinary poignancy"
  • A quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow. )
    • usage: "the film captured all the pathos of their situation"
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