pungence
English
Etymology
From Latin pungēns, present participle of pungō (“to sting”).
Noun
pungence (usually uncountable, plural pungences)
- The quality of odor/odour that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.
- The pungence of the garlic made my eyes water.
Synonyms
- pungency
Related terms
- pungent
- pungently