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pungent

/ˈpʌndʒənt/
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."

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