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1. piquant
adjective. ['ˈpiːkənt'] having an agreeably pungent taste.
Synonyms
- spicy
- savoury
- zesty
- savory
Antonyms
- unappetizing
- unsexy
- unsavory
- spiritless
Etymology
- piquant (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- piquer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
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Rhymes with Piquant
- abandonment
- abatement
- aberrant
- abhorrent
- abortifacient
- abridgement
- absent
- absorbent
- abstinent
- abundant
- accelerant
- accident
- accompaniment
- accompaniment
- accomplishment
- accountant
- accouterment
- accoutrement
- achievement
- acknowledgement
How do you pronounce piquant?
Pronounce piquant as ˈpikənt.
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Sentences with piquant
1. Adjective
Their piquant taste comes from the fact they are rich in sulfur.
2. Noun, singular or mass
Tangy Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper provide an extra piquant kick to the yogurt sauce perfect for dipping.
2. piquant
adjective. ['ˈpiːkənt'] engagingly stimulating or provocative.
Synonyms
- salty
Antonyms
- sour
- unpalatable
Etymology
- piquant (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- piquer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. piquant
adjective. ['ˈpiːkənt'] attracting or delighting.
Synonyms
- engaging
Antonyms
- fresh
- sweet
Etymology
- piquant (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- piquer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))