as in piquancy
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of spiciness
Cooking or pickling peppers in vinegar may tone down their spiciness.
—
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Options include the original Wendy’s Signature creamy sauce with just a hint of spiciness, sweet chili, and a Scorchin’ Hot, perfect for washing down with a Frosty.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
All meals included water, but participants drank similar amounts regardless of spiciness.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Options include the original Wendy’s Signature creamy sauce with just a hint of spiciness, sweet chili, and a Scorchin’ Hot, perfect for washing down with a Frosty.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
All meals included water, but participants drank similar amounts regardless of spiciness.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spiciness
Noun
-
The most notable part of this gag was not the joke itself, a standard late-night quip delivered with appropriate piquancy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
-
The key to its flavor is a balance of sweet, spice, piquancy and heat, which creates a balanced and addictive bite.—
Lynda Balslev,
The Mercury News,
17 June 2024
Noun
-
This historic two-game parlay of pungency followed up a classic, a double-overtime loss to Oregon, back when Franklin’s inability to beat high-ranking opponents was his biggest problem.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
-
The vinegar used to quick pickle the onions also adds a vinegary pungency to the salad, and dill and basil work together to add fresh and herbaceous notes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
Noun
-
Whisk the oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, both paprikas, cumin, lemon zest, red pepper and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
17 Oct. 2025
-
White wine, shallots, and lemon zest and juice build on what the butter and garlic get started, and a couple tablespoons of capers give the dish a zesty tang.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Adding antioxidant-rich herbs and spices such as rosemary, thyme, oregano and garlic can further reduce harmful high-heat byproducts in cooked meats and baked foods, according to multiple studies.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
-
In a small bowl combine apple crumbs, powdered sugar, and apple pie spice.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
After all, her hotness ruined him for all other women.—
Esther Zuckerman,
Vulture,
8 Aug. 2025
-
The spicy jerk chicken had a marinated sauce that gave it a pungent hotness.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
White wine, shallots, and lemon zest and juice build on what the butter and garlic get started, and a couple tablespoons of capers give the dish a zesty tang.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
-
Add fresh or dried (unsweetened) cranberries to oatmeal, trail mix, or roasted vegetable dishes for a pop of color and tang that livens up any fall plate.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Tart cranberries amplify the zing and color of a Key lime pie for a festive take on the classic.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2025
-
Crisp, classic citrus notes get a zing of the unexpected courtesy of ginger.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Spiciness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiciness. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share