spiciness

/ˈspaɪs.nɪs/; /ˈspaɪs.nɪs.i/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality of being spicy; the degree to which something is hot or pungent

“The chef added just the right amount of spiciness to the dish to suit the customers’ tastes.”

2. noun

the state of being hot or burning, especially of a sensation in the mouth or throat

“The spiciness of the pepper caused her to cough.”

3. noun

an attractive or exciting quality

“The spiciness of the new movie trailer got everyone’s attention at the premiere.”

4. adjective

having a strong, pungent flavor or a high degree of heat

“The spiciness of the sauce made it difficult to eat.”

Synonyms

  • heat
  • pungency
  • pungor

Antonyms

  • bluntness
  • mildness