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poignantly

UK
/ˈpɔɪn.jənt.li/
US
/ˈpɔɪn.jənt.li/

Translations

poignantlyadverb
UK
/ˈpɔɪn.jənt.li/
US
/ˈpɔɪn.jənt.li/
poignammentLittéraire ; exprime une émotion vive, souvent mêlée de tristesse ou de regret.
He spoke poignantly about the loss of his friend.
Il a parlé poignamment de la perte de son ami.
Synonyms
touchingly
movingly
emotionally
sorrowfully
heartbreakingly

Definitions

poignantlyadverb
In a way that evokes a keen sense of sadness or regret.
The movie ended poignantly, leaving the audience in tears.
In a way that is deeply affecting or moving; touchingly.
He spoke poignantly about the loss of his friend.
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