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PIQUANT

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Piquant.

How to pronounce piquant:

US

Piquant - as an adjective satellite

Having an agreeably pungent taste

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
savory12savoury13zesty17

Engagingly stimulating or provocative

Example: "A piquant wit"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
salty8

Attracting or delighting

Example: "An engaging frankness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
engaging11

Piquant - as an adjective

Causing hurt feelings; scathing, severe.

Stimulating to the senses; engaging; charming.

Favorably stimulating to the palate; pleasantly spicy; tangy.

Example Sentences

"The piquant aroma of spices filled the kitchen."
"She added a piquant dressing to the salad."
"The chef served a piquant seafood dish."
"His piquant wit always kept the conversation lively."
"The movie had a piquant twist that surprised the audience."
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Word Game Points

Is PIQUANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, piquant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PIQUANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PIQUANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, piquant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PIQUANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is PIQUANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, piquant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PIQUANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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