peppery

adjective

pep·pery ˈpe-p(ə-)rē

Synonyms of peppery next

: of, relating to, or having the qualities of pepper : hot, pungent

a peppery taste

: having a hot temper : touchy

a peppery boss

: fiery, stinging

a peppery satire

pepperiness

ˈpe-p(ə-)rē-nəs

noun

Examples of peppery in a Sentence

She's a peppery, outspoken woman. the author of several peppery diatribes on religious intolerance

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Try a spicy passion fruit mojito with muddled jalapenos, agave, lime juice, and passion fruit puree served with a peppery Tajín rim, or The Brookline, made with bourbon, mint, basil, and a crown of charred grapefruit. —

Kara Baskin, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Jan. 2023 While it is often thought of as a boring blending grape to increase volume and lower the tenacity of a wine, on its own, it’s light, juicy, and a bit peppery. —

Kate Dingwall, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2022 Arugula Carbs: 3 grams Also known as rocket, this leafy green has a peppery flavor. —

Julie Upton, Health, 24 Jan. 2023 Using riesling grapes grown on the slopes overlooking Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York, this natural-style sparking wine is dry and crisp with flavors of tart green apples and a peppery grassy finish. —

Alexa Gagosz, BostonGlobe.com, 2 Jan. 2023 See all Example Sentences for peppery