adjective🔗ShareHaving 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."sensationsubstancechemistryfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareHaving a strong taste that stings the tongue, said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste."The kimchi had a pungent flavor that made my eyes water. "foodsensationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareStinging; acerbic."The critic gave a pungent review."sensationqualityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareHaving a sharp and stiff point."The new math textbook had a pungent smell, almost like old paper and ink. "pointappearancequalityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading