Poignant pathos Synonyms

Definitions for Poignant


  • (adjective) having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies
  • (adjective) sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses
  • (adjective) keenly distressing to the mind or feelings

Definitions for Pathos


  • (noun) a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow)
  • (noun) a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others
  • (noun) a style that has the power to evoke feelings