spicy

Definition for spicy

adjective as in pungent, flavorful

Strongest matches

appetizing, aromatic, distinctive, fiery, fragrant, fresh, hot, peppery, piquant, savory, seasoned, sweet, tangy, tasty, zesty

Weak matches

ambrosial, aromal, flavorsome, herbaceous, highly seasoned, keen, odoriferous, perfumed, poignant, racy, redolent, scented, snappy, spirited, zippy

adjective as in off-color, vulgar

Strongest matches

hot, salty

Weak matches

breezy, broad, erotic, indelicate, racy, red hot, ribald, risqué, scandalous, sensational, sophisticated, suggestive, titillating, unseemly, wicked, X-rated

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"Lemongrass consists of a more floral and earthy aroma, while the other aromas are pungent, spicy or sweet," Loke said.

From Science Daily

Although everyone has their favorite combination—mine is a chili sausage with spicy mustard, the options feel endless.

From Salon

Now her social-media videos garner hundreds of thousands of views as she prepares Vietnamese egg coffee, pandan-flavored desserts and spicy clam curry.

From Los Angeles Times

Following the release of her fourth original comedy special for Netflix, Ali Wong tested her luck with extra spicy chicken wings on this week’s episode of “Hot Ones.”

From Salon

There is seasonal vegetables, seasonal fish, seasonal meat and two different types of aging, fish and meat, with citrus-y, bitter, salty, umami, spicy and sour flavors.

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