pungent
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/ˈpʌndʒənt/
English
Definitions
adjective
- Having a strong odor that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.“I accidentally dropped the bottle of ammonia and after few seconds, a very pungent stench could be detected.”
- Having a strong taste that stings the tongue, said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
- Stinging; acerbic.“The critic gave a pungent review.”
- Having a sharp and stiff point.