POIGNANT

poignant. Poignant, a. sharp, biting, severe, satirical, keen

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Poign″ant (?), a. [[F., p. pr. of poindre to sting, fr. L. pungere to prick, sting. See Pungent.]] 1. 1. Pricking; piercing; sharp; pungent. “His poignant spear.” Spenser. “Poynaunt sauce.” Chaucer.
2. 2. Fig.: Pointed; keen; satirical.
His wit . . . became more lively and poignant. Sir W. Scott.