CEFR B1

spiciness

noun

Meaning

The quality of having a strong, hot flavor from spices like chili peppers or pepper.

Examples

The spiciness of the dish was perfect for my taste.
I love the intense spiciness of authentic Mexican cuisine.

Synonyms: heat, pungency, piquancy, ardency

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spiciness (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈspaɪ.si.nəs/

Definition

The quality of having a strong, hot flavor from spices like chili peppers or pepper.

Examples

The spiciness of the dish was perfect for my taste.
I love the intense spiciness of authentic Mexican cuisine.
Be careful with the amount of chili you add, or the spiciness will be too much.

Synonyms of spiciness

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Antonyms of spiciness

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