Poignant

POYN-yuhnt (/ˈpɔɪnjənt/)

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

“The empty space where the painting hung was a poignant reminder, drawing large crowds of visitors.”

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recklessly extravagant or wasteful.

pretending or claiming to have a certain quality.

physically weak or ill, especially due to age or sickness.

harshness or severity, especially in tone or manner.

resembling or relating to an uncle, typically in a kind, protective, or advisory way.

an underlying theme or message in a piece of writing or conversation.