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pungent

/pʌndʒənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does pungent mean?

adjective

Having a strong, sharp smell or taste; strongly flavored or smelling. Having a strong, powerful quality or effect.

Example

"The pungent aroma of the garlic filled the entire kitchen."

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