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    Pungent

    /ˈpʌn.dʒənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Having a strong, sharp smell or taste.
    The pungent aroma of garlic filled the kitchen.
    Sharp or intense in flavor or smell, often used to describe food or spices.
    The cheese had a pungent flavor that lingered on the palate.
    Causing a strong emotional reaction; sharply expressive or evocative.
    His pungent remarks about the political situation stirred a heated debate among the audience.
    Having a strong or sharp quality that can be unpleasant or overpowering.
    The pungent smoke from the fire made it difficult to breathe.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pungentem', meaning 'to prick or pierce'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pungent criticism:
    Sharp and strong criticism that noticeably affects the person.

    Related Words

    acrid
    having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell.
    poignant
    evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

    Slang Meanings

    Something that is very intense or impactful.
    That movie had a pungent ending that left me speechless.
    Describing an overwhelming scent or taste that stands out.
    The cheese was pungent, but in a good way.