tangy

tangy

adjective

Definition of TANGY

having a powerfully stimulating odor or flavor <a tangy sauce with a strong aftertaste>

Synonyms nippy, pungent, strong, tangy

Related Words acid, acidic; acrid, bitter, harsh; gingery, hot, peppery, piquant, spicy, tart, zesty, zingy; putrid, rancid, rank, skunky; acute, keen; animating, energizing, exciting, galvanizing, invigorating, provocative; appetizing, delectable, delicious, palatable, toothsome; flavorful, savory (also savoury), tasty; aromatic, redolent

Near Antonyms aged, mellow, ripe; gentle, soft; flat, flavorless, insipid; savorless, tasteless, zestless; dilute, thin, watery, weak

Antonyms bland, mild, smooth