PUNGENT
pungent
Adjective
- Having a strong odor that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.
- The lasagne included plenty of pungent garlic.
- Having a strong taste that stings the tongue, said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
- Having a sharp and stiff point.
- The critic gave a pungent review.
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