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Definition of Piquant
1. Adjective. Having an agreeably pungent taste.
Exact synonyms: Savory, Savoury, Spicy, Zesty
Similar to: Tasty
Derivative terms: Savoriness, Savory, Savour, Savoury, Spiciness, Zest
Similar to: Tasty
Derivative terms: Savoriness, Savory, Savour, Savoury, Spiciness, Zest
2. Adjective. Engagingly stimulating or provocative. "Salty language"
3. Adjective. Attracting or delighting. "A piquant face with large appealing eyes"
Definition of Piquant
1. a. Stimulating to the taste; giving zest; tart; sharp; pungent; as, a piquant anecdote.
Definition of Piquant
1. Adjective. Engaging; charming. ¹
2. Adjective. Favorably stimulating to the palate; pleasantly spicy; stimulating. ¹
3. Adjective. (archaic) Causing hurt feelings; scathing. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Piquant
1. having an agreeably sharp taste [adj]