Category:Poignant

Poign"ant, a. Etym: [f., p. pr. of poindre to sting, fr. L. pungere To prick, sting. See pungent.]

1. Pricking; piercing; sharp; pungent. "his poignant spear." Spenser. "poynaunt sauce." Chaucer.

2. Fig.: Pointed; keen; satirical. His wit. . . became more lively and poignant. Sir w. Scott.