How do you pronounce poignant?

poignant is pronounced as /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/.

😢poignant

adjective

/ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching

The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.

touching, moving, affecting, emotional

unmoving, indifferent, dull

poignant memory, poignant moment, poignant story, poignant reminder

harsh, sharp, or severely critical; capable of causing physical or emotional pain

Capable of being adapted or consistent with something; compliant.

Of the highest quality, excellence, or standing.

Extremely small in size or amount; so tiny as to be almost negligible.

different from what is usual; better or greater than normal

abrupt or blunt in manner or speech, often seen as rude