Meaning Of The Word Pungent

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What's The Definition Of Pungent?

pungent
adjective: Something that is pungent has a strong, sharp smell or taste which is often so strong that it is unpleasant.

pungent in American English
producing a sharp sensation of taste and smell; acrid
adjective: sharply affecting the organs of taste or smell, as if by a penetrating power; biting; acrid

pungent in British English
adjective: having an acrid smell or sharp bitter flavour

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