pungent
/ˈpʌnd͡ʒənt/adj
High School
1
Having a strong odor that stings the nose; said especially of acidic or spicy substances.
2
Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
3
Stinging; acerbic.
4
Having a sharp and stiff point.
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Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing