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pungent

/ˈpʌndʒənt/

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adjective

Stechend, scharf

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

Examples :

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

Ich ließ versehentlich die Ammoniakflasche fallen, und nach wenigen Sekunden war ein sehr stechender Gestank wahrnehmbar.

sensation substance chemistry food

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adjective

Würzig, scharf

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

Examples :

"The kimchi had a pungent flavor that made my eyes water. "

Das Kimchi hatte einen scharfen Geschmack, bei dem mir die Augen tränten.

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adjective

Stechend, scharf

Stinging; acerbic.

Examples :

"The critic gave a pungent review."

Der Kritiker gab eine stechende Kritik ab.

sensation quality

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adjective

Stechend, beißend

Having a sharp and stiff point.

Examples :

"The new math textbook had a pungent smell, almost like old paper and ink. "

Das neue Mathebuch hatte einen stechenden Geruch, fast wie altes Papier und Tinte.

point appearance quality