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The Crossword Dictionary explains the answers for the crossword clue 'Emotional'. If more than one Crossword Definition exists for a clue they will all be shown below. Links to Crossword Dictionary entries can be found when searching for clues using the Crossword Solver - Emotional

POIGNANT (8)

poignant

affecting, poignant, touching - a
arousing affect; "the homecoming of the released hostages was an affecting scene"; "poignant grief cannot endure forever"; "his gratitude was simple and touching"

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Something that is poignant touches you deeply. Watching a poignant YouTube video about baby penguins chasing their mothers, for example, might give you a lump in your throat.

Poignant comes from the Latin pungere "to prick," the same root as pungent. But something that's pungent pricks your sense of smell, whereas poignantrefers to something that pricks your emotions, especially in a melancholy way. Movie critics might describe a touching portrayal as poignant if there isn't a dry eye in the house.

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