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Pungency (Noun)

Meaning 1

Wit having a sharp and caustic quality; "he commented with typical pungency"; "the bite of satire".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • His review was noted for its pungency, cutting through the hype and revealing the movie's flaws.
  • The comedian's pungency left the audience gasping with laughter and discomfort.
  • With typical pungency, the author tore apart the politician's argument, leaving it in shreds.
  • The critic's pungency was legendary, and her reviews were both feared and revered.
  • The satirist's use of irony and sarcasm added to the pungency of her commentary.

Synonyms

  • Bite

Hypernyms

  • Wittiness
  • Humor
  • Humour
  • Witticism

Related Words

  • Pungent (adjective)

Meaning 2

A strong odor or taste property; "the pungency of mustard"; "the sulfurous bite of garlic"; "the sharpness of strange spices"; "the raciness of the wine".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the room with a welcome pungency.
  • The pungency of the blue cheese was overwhelming, making it a challenge to finish the salad.
  • She loved the pungency of the garlic in the sauce, which added a flavor dimension to the dish.
  • The pungency of the wasabi hit his nostrils like a punch, causing him to cough.
  • The sommelier warned that the pungency of the Gewürztraminer wine would be a surprise to those who were not used to its unique flavor profile.

Synonyms

  • Bite
  • Sharpness
  • Raciness

Hypernyms

  • Spice
  • Spicery

Related Words

  • Pungent (adjective)
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