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Meaning
Adj
●
In Smell:
Having a strong
odor
that
stings
the
nose
, said especially of
acidic
or
spicy
substances.
●
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.
●
In Botany:
Having
a sharp
and
stiff
point.
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Origin
pungent
English
pungens
Latin
Sourced from
Etym
Related
Peppery
Acrid
Odorous
Spicy
Smoky
Tangy
Resinous
Perfumy
Musky
Fragrant
Flavour
Aromatic
Salty
Astringent
Fruity
Delicious
Aroma
Poisonous
Bitter
Flavor
Earthy
Noxious
Tart
Acidic
Scent
Cloying
Sour
Odor
Aromas
Sweet
Smell
Skunky
Musty
Oily
Viscous
Unpleasant
Tasty
Crunchy
Citrusy
Overpowering
Sweetish
Aftertaste
Potent
Lemony
Fragrance
Sickly Sweet
Chili Peppers
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