Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spicy
Adjective
/ˈspaɪ.si/
Definition
Having a strong flavor because of the presence of spices.
Examples
- The curry was too spicy for my taste.
- I love spicy food, especially dishes from Mexico and India.
- She added some spicy salsa to the tacos.
Meaning
Spicy typically refers to food that has a hot or pungent taste, often due to the inclusion of spices like chili pepper.
Synonyms
- hot
- peppery
- piquant
- zesty
- flavorful
