poignant moment
noun phraseUK /ˈpɔɪnjənt ˈməʊmənt/
US /ˈpɔɪnjənt ˈmoʊmənt/
A moment that makes you feel strong and sad feelings at the same time.
Saying goodbye to her best friend was a poignant moment she would always remember.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short time that feels deeply meaningful and brings a sharp sense of sadness or tenderness.
The old photograph captured a poignant moment from their childhood.
3. A brief occasion that stirs strong feelings of pity or sympathy.
Watching the lost puppy shiver in the rain was a poignant moment for everyone.
4. A touching instant in a story or film that makes the audience feel sad and warm inside.
The final scene was a poignant moment that left the whole audience silent.