spicy
/ˈspaɪsi/ adjective B1- Of, pertaining to, or containing spice. · He prepared a spicy casserole.
- Of a flavor, provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of capsaicin or a similar chemical. · This curry is too spicy for me. I can't eat it.
- Of a food, flavor, or odor, tangy, zesty, or pungent. · She breathed in the strong, spicy aroma.
- Of an expression or behavior, vigorous; colorful; stimulating. · He is known for his spicy political commentary.
- Scandalous.
- Risky; mildly aggressive or dangerous. · Look at the little wildcub! That's one spicy ball of fur.
- Risqué, sexy, racy; mildly pornographic. · I don't want my children to see the spicy images on this web site.
Comparative spicier · Superlative spiciest
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“Aren’t they beautiful?” the girl asked, as she breathed in the spicy scent of the bright flowers.
A little gypsy wind came down it to meet them, laden with the spicy perfume of young dew-wet ferns.
If you want something different, you can try spicy Korean barbecue too.
We always stop to eat spicy jerk chicken and sweet fried plantains.
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