Definition & Meaning of "peppery"in English

peppery

having a mild spicy taste like a black pepper

acrid

hot

piquant

spicy

fiery

Examples

The pasta dish was generously sprinkled with Parmesan and cracked black pepper, creating a peppery and savory combination.

The olive tapenade added a peppery note to the appetizer, complementing the briny olives.

displaying a sharp or fiery temperament

brusque

curt

snappish

Examples

His peppery response to the harmless joke caught everyone off guard.

She became peppery whenever someone criticized her work, no matter how constructive the feedback was.

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pepperiness

peppery

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