Piquant
Piquant [ PEE-kuh’ nt, -kahnt, pee-KAHNT ] | |
[ adjective ] | |
MEANING : | |
1. spicy or pleasantly pungent 2. interesting, intriguing, charming or appealing 3. engagingly provocative or lively 4. (archaic) stinging or hurting to feelings | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : | |
The piquant taste of the cuisine adds to its appeal. | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 2 : | |
This piquant tomatillo and jicama salad is low in fat and calories, and a refreshing change from the monotony of mixed greens. |