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pi·quan·cy
/ˈpēk(w)ənsē/
noun
1.
a pleasantly sharp and appetizing flavor:
"these tomatoes have an intense flavor of great piquancy"
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spiciness
tang
spice
tastiness
savoriness
pungency
edge
sharpness
tartness
pepperiness
saltiness
bite
zest
informal:
zing
kick
punch
archaic:
relish
interest
fascination
excitement
vigor
vitality
liveliness
spirit
color
sparkle
zest
spice
spiciness
sharpness
raciness
saltiness
provocativeness
bite
edge
informal:
zing
pizzazz
▪
the quality of being pleasantly stimulating or exciting:
"the tragedy only adds piquancy to the tale"
Scrabble Points: 24
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