raciness

• Nom désignant la qualité d'être vif, énergique ou légèrement provocant, souvent liée à une saveur prononcée ou à un comportement/langage frisant l'indécence.

A noun referring to a quality of being lively, spirited, or slightly suggestive in nature, often associated with a strong flavor or with behavior or language that borders on being risqué.

indénombrable

1. Pungent flavor or aromaC1formalculinary

   A quality of having a strong, sharp, or distinctive taste or smell, often associated with certain foods or drinks.

   Goût relevé

   • The raciness of the aged cheese was quite pronounced.
   • He enjoyed the raciness of the spicy chili.
   • The wine had a certain raciness that complemented the meal.

   Synonymesbitekickpiquancysharpnessspicetangzest

   Antonymesblandnessinsipiditymildnessneutralitytastelessness

2. Lively or suggestive qualityC1informal

   A quality of being lively, spirited, or slightly indecent in a way that is often considered exciting or amusing.

   caractère piquant/grivois

   • The comedian's jokes had a certain raciness that made the audience laugh.
   • The novel was criticized for its raciness and explicit content.
   • Her outfit had a touch of raciness that turned heads.

   Synonymeslivelinessnaughtinesspiquancyspicespiritednesszest

   Antonymesblandnessdullnessproprietytameness