Synonyms of poignant

Adjective

1. affecting, poignant, touching, moving (vs. unmoving)

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

2. poignant, painful (vs. painless)

usage: keenly distressing to the mind or feelings; "poignant anxiety"

Definition and meaning of poignant (Dictionary)