CEFR C1

piquant

adjective

Meaning

Having a pleasantly sharp, stimulating taste or flavor; also, engagingly stimulating or provocative to the mind.

Examples

The piquant dressing elevated the simple salad to a gourmet experience.
She found the piquant wit of the comedian refreshing and intelligent.

Synonyms: tangy, zesty, spicy, pungent, provocative

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piquant (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈpiːkənt/

Definition

Having a pleasantly sharp, stimulating taste or flavor; also, engagingly stimulating or provocative to the mind.

Examples

The piquant dressing elevated the simple salad to a gourmet experience.
She found the piquant wit of the comedian refreshing and intelligent.
The piquant aroma of the spices filled the kitchen, promising a delicious meal.

Synonyms of piquant

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Antonyms of piquant

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