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Meaning of piquant
Having a pleasantly sharp or appetizing quality
Etymology of piquant
The word "piquant" originated from the French language, derived from the Old French word "piquant", which is the present participle of "piquer", meaning "to prick" or "to sting", and is related to the Latin word "picare", also meaning "to prick"
Synonyms
pungent
spicy
savory
flavorful
tangy
zesty
appetizing
stimulating
intriguing
engaging
interesting
attractive
charming
alluring
enticing
captivating
arresting
provocative
thought-provoking
witty
clever
sharp
biting
caustic
trenchant
acrid
astringent
sharp-tongued
sarcastic
ironic
sardonic
humorous
amusing
entertaining
diverting
pleasing
delightful
agreeable
pleasant
tasty
delectable
delicious
luscious
scrumptious
mouthwatering
appetizing
inviting
irresistible
Definitions
- Having a sharp or pungent quality, especially in taste or smell
- * Attractive or appealing because of being unusual or unexpected
Usage Examples
- The piquant flavor of the sauce added a new dimension to the dish
- * Her piquant wit and sarcasm made her a popular comedian
- * The piquant aroma of the coffee filled the air and stimulated our senses
Antonyms
bland
dull
insipid
vapid
flat
unappetizing
unappealing
unattractive
uninteresting
boring
monotonous
tedious
stale
musty
mild
tasteless
odorless
flavorless
uninspiring
unprovocative
unentertaining
unpleasant
disagreeable
distasteful