adjective

pungent

/ˈpʌndʒənt/ · say it: PUN·juhnt

having a sharp, strong smell or taste

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1. (adjective) having a strong, sharp smell or taste

2. (adjective) clearly expressed and having a powerful effect on the mind or emotions

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1. The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen.
2. The critic made a pungent remark about the actor's poor performance.

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