peppery

• Beschreibt einen Geschmack oder Geruch, der scharf, würzig oder pfefferartig ist; kann auch den Charakter einer Person als reizbar oder aufbrausend beschreiben.

Describes a taste or smell that is sharp, pungent, or reminiscent of pepper; can also describe a person's temper as irritable or hot-tempered.

1. Having the taste of pepperB1formalculinary

   Having a strong, spicy, or piquant flavor similar to black pepper or chili peppers.

   Pfeffrig

   • The soup had a pleasant, peppery kick.
   • He added a peppery seasoning to the steak.
   • The sauce was too peppery for my taste.

   Synonymefieryhotpiquantpungentsharpspicy

   Antonymeblandflavorlessmildsweettasteless

2. Irritable or sharp-temperedC1informal

   Easily angered or having a sharp, irritable manner.

   Reizbar

   • The old man was known for his peppery disposition.
   • She gave a peppery reply to the criticism.
   • His peppery comments often offended people.

   Synonymecantankerouscholericcrabbycurmudgeonlygrumpyirritablesnappishtestytouchywaspish

   Antonymecalmeasygoingequablemildplacid