Definition & Meaning of "pungent"in English

pungent

having a strong, sharp smell or taste that can be overpowering and somewhat unpleasant

poignant

Examples

The pungent aroma of onions made her eyes water as she chopped them.

capable of causing injury or damage due to a sharp or pointed quality

barbed

pointed

prickly

sharp

spiky

Examples

The pungent thorns of the rose bush were capable of wounding anyone who tried to pick the flowers.

having a sharp, biting quality that is often harsh or severe in tone, especially in speech or criticism

acerbic

acid

acrid

biting

caustic

Examples

Her pungent critique of the proposal left the team feeling disheartened and defensive.

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