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piquancy
/ˈpiːk(ə)nsi/
noun
1.
a pleasantly sharp and appetizing flavour; spiciness:
"the tangy soy dip gave them a slightly Asian piquancy"
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spiciness
tang
spice
tastiness
savouriness
pungency
edge
sharpness
tartness
pepperiness
saltiness
bite
zest
informal:
zing
kick
punch
archaic:
relish
interest
fascination
excitement
vigour
vitality
liveliness
spirit
colour
sparkle
zest
spice
spiciness
sharpness
raciness
saltiness
provocativeness
bite
edge
informal:
zing
pizzazz
▪
the quality of being pleasantly stimulating or exciting; interest:
"the tragedy only adds piquancy to the tale"
Scrabble Points: 24
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I
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Q
10
U
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A
1
N
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C
3
Y
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