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Pungent

usgb/ˈpʌndʒənt/Volume
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Sensory Impact

Pungent often describes strong smells or tastes that make a big impression on your senses.

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The pungent aroma of blue cheese can be overwhelming.
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Negative Connotation

Pungent is usually used negatively to describe smells and tastes that are overpowering and unpleasant.

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He couldn't stay in the room because of the pungent stench.
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Physical Reaction

Pungent smells or flavors can cause a physical reaction, like wrinkling your nose or watering eyes.

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Cutting the onions released a pungent odor that made her eyes water.
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