Piquant

//ˈpiːkənt//

Word Type

Adjective

Adjective

The word "piquant" can be used as adjective and adjective.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

piquancy piquantly piquantness unpiquant

Etymologically Related To

Related Terms

charming engaging palate scathing spicy stimulating

Similar Terms

attractive stimulating stimulating tasty

Synonym Network

engaging savoury

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