capsicum

/ˈkæpsɪkəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A sweet or hot pepper, especially one of the several species of the genus Capsicum, such as the bell pepper or the chili pepper.

“The chef added diced capsicum to the stir-fry.”

2. verb

To add a spicy or pungent flavor to something, especially by adding capsicum.

“The chef capsicumed the soup with a dash of chili peppers.”

Synonyms

  • chili
  • pepper

Antonyms

  • mild