piquancy Antonyms

Meaning of piquancy

Wordnet

piquancy (n)

a tart spicy quality

the quality of being agreeably stimulating or mentally exciting

Webster

piquancy (n.)

The quality or state of being piquant.

piquancy Sentence Examples

  1. The subtle piquancy of the lemon zest enhanced the sweetness of the dessert.
  2. The chili peppers added a lively piquancy to the stir-fry, tantalizing the taste buds.
  3. The hint of ginger lent a delicate piquancy to the tea, warming the body and soul.
  4. The wine exhibited a well-balanced piquancy, with notes of citrus and spice.
  5. The tangy sharpness of the vinegar imparted a delightful piquancy to the slaw.
  6. A touch of mustard brought a subtle piquancy to the gravlax, complementing its delicate flavor.
  7. The Korean fermented chili paste, gochujang, added an irresistible piquancy to the noodles.
  8. The wasabi's fiery piquancy awakened the senses, leaving a lingering burn.
  9. The presence of black peppercorns added a welcome piquancy to the creamy soup.
  10. The piquancy of the pickled ginger cut through the richness of the sushi, providing a refreshing contrast.

FAQs About the word piquancy

a tart spicy quality, the quality of being agreeably stimulating or mentally excitingThe quality or state of being piquant.

zest,spice, spiciness, nip, thrill, pungency, zing, excitement, flavor,tang

dullness, predictability, tastelessness, tastelessness,insipidity, dullness, dulness, flatness, predictability, flatness

The subtle piquancy of the lemon zest enhanced the sweetness of the dessert.

The chili peppers added a lively piquancy to the stir-fry, tantalizing the taste buds.

The hint of ginger lent a delicate piquancy to the tea, warming the body and soul.

The wine exhibited a well-balanced piquancy, with notes of citrus and spice.