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piquantly

/ˈpiː.kənt.li/

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adverb

/ˈpiː.kənt.li/C2formalculinary
  • ruНаречие, означающее «приятно острым или пряным образом» или «способом, который стимулирует или интригует». Используется для описания вкусов, замечаний или качеств, которые приятно остры, терпки или оживленны.

An adverb meaning "in a pleasantly sharp or spicy manner" or "in a way that is stimulating or intriguing." It is used to describe flavors, remarks, or qualities that are agreeably pungent, tart, or lively.

  1. In a pleasantly sharp or spicy mannerC1formal

    In a way that has a pleasantly sharp, spicy, or tangy taste or flavor.

    ruПикантно

    • The sauce was piquantly seasoned with chili and lime.
    • She described the dish as piquantly aromatic.
    • The curry was piquantly spiced, leaving a warm aftertaste.

    Synonymssharplyspicilyzestily

    Antonymsblandlyinsipidlytastelessly

  2. In an interestingly stimulating mannerC2formal

    In a way that is pleasantly stimulating, intriguing, or exciting to the mind.

    ruПикантно

    • The author writes piquantly about social issues.
    • His remarks were piquantly witty and unexpected.
    • The film's dialogue is piquantly clever and engaging.

    Synonymsengaginglyexcitinglyprovocativelytantalizingly

    Antonymsblandlydullyinsipidlyuninterestinglyvapidly

Forms
  • more piquantly comparative form
  • most piquantly superlative form
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