Definition & Meaning of "spicy"in English

spicy

having a strong taste that gives your mouth a pleasant burning feeling

acrid

hot

peppery

piquant

fiery

Examples

The spicy salsa made with fresh jalapeños added a kick to the chips.

suggestive of sexual impropriety or indecency

bawdy

blue

dirty

gamy

indecent

Examples

The comedian ’s routine was filled with spicy jokes that pushed the boundaries of good taste.

interesting or exciting in a lively way

juicy

piquant

Examples

The new TV show has a spicy plot that keeps viewers hooked.

Lexical Tree

spicily

spiciness

spicy

spic

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