peppery

/ˈpɛpəri/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a pungent or biting flavor, smell, or quality

“The peppery sauce added a kick to the dish.”

2. noun

a pungent or biting flavor, smell, or quality

“The peppery aroma of the spices filled the room.”

Synonyms

  • piquant
  • pungent

Antonyms

  • insipid
  • mild