pungent
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Britannica Dictionary definition of PUNGENT
[more pungent; most pungent]
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having a strong, sharp taste or smell
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a pungent herb
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a pungent aroma/odor
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a pungent sauce
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having a strong effect on the mind because of being clever and direct
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a play with pungent dialogue
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a pungent satire of/on current politics
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The delightful pungency of Thai, Indian, and Mexican food comes from chili peppers and spices.
— pungently
adverb-
a pungently sweet aroma
