Spicy

/ˈspaɪ.si/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having a strong, pungent flavor caused by spices; hot in taste.

The curry was deliciously spicy, leaving a warm sensation in my mouth.

Characterized by the presence of strong spices.

She loves cooking spicy dishes from her native country.

Exciting or provocative in nature.

The novel was quite spicy, filled with thrilling plot twists and romance.

From the word 'spice', which comes from Old French 'espice' and Latin 'species', meaning 'kind' or 'variety'.

spicy food

Food that has a strong flavor due to the use of spices.

spicy conversation

A discussion that is exciting or provocative.

not for the faint-hearted

Used to describe spicy food that is very hot, intended for those who can handle it.

spice

Any of a variety of plant-derived substances used for flavoring food.

seasoning

Substances added to food to enhance flavor.

Exciting or intense in a figurative sense.

The movie was so spicy, I couldn’t take my eyes off it.

Suggestive or risqué content.

That show has some spicy scenes that got everyone talking.