noun
pungency
Pungency (noun) means a strong, sharp taste or smell.
noun
1
A strong, sharp taste or smell.
2
(informal) A strong, unpleasant smell.
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Etymology
Formed from pungent and -cy.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for pungency
agency
latency
urgency
potency
decency
regency
currency
tendency
clemency
leniency
frequency
emergency
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of pungency?
"pungency" (noun) means a strong, sharp taste or smell.
What is another word for pungency?
Other words for "pungency" include bite, raciness, sharpness.
What are the different meanings of pungency?
"pungency" has 2 main meanings: 1. A strong, sharp taste or smell; 2. (informal) A strong, unpleasant smell.
