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Pungent [puhn-juhnt]

ADJECTIVE

ADJECTIVE

  • Sharply painful or causing distress to the feelings.

  • Having an intense odour.

  • Sharply expressive and to the point.

Example

"The dish got a pungent aroma because of the herbs used in it."

"Her pungent remarks were a sign of hatred from her."

Synonyms

Nippy, Strong, Tangy, Bitter, Barbed, Incisive, Caustic, Poignant

Antonyms

Bland, Dull, Gentle, Soothing, Calm, Kind, Cheerful, Mild

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