Pungent

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:10 ptsWWF:15 pts7 letters

Definition of Pungent

Adjective

  1. Having a strong odor that stings the nose; said especially of acidic or spicy substances.

    "I accidentally dropped the bottle of ammonia and after few seconds, a very pungent stench could be detected."

  2. Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
  3. Stinging; acerbic.

    "The critic gave a pungent review."

  4. Having a sharp and stiff point.

Anagrams of Pungent

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