piquantly

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière agréablement piquante ou épicée » ou « d'une façon qui stimule ou intrigue ». Utilisé pour décrire des saveurs, des remarques ou des qualités qui sont agréablement relevées, acidulées ou vives.

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.

   de manière piquante

   • 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.

   Synonymessharplyspicilyzestily

   Antonymesblandlyinsipidlytastelessly

2. In an interestingly stimulating mannerC2formal

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

   de manière piquante (stimulante)

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

   Synonymesengaginglyexcitinglyprovocativelytantalizingly

   Antonymesblandlydullyinsipidlyuninterestinglyvapidly