bitterly pungent
Meaning: Having a strong and sharp taste that is both intensely bitter and acutely pungent.
Part of speech: Phrase
Senses:
- Adjective sense: Describing a flavor or scent that is intensely bitter and sharply pungent.
Example sentence: The taste of the bitter melon was overwhelmingly and bitterly pungent, leaving an unforgettable impression on my taste buds.
- Adverb sense: Describing an action performed with intense bitterness and sharp pungency.
Example sentence: She bitterly pungently criticized her opponent's actions during the debate, leaving no room for doubt.
- Noun sense: Referring to a substance or ingredient with a combination of intense bitterness and sharp pungency.
Example sentence: The recipe called for a small amount of a pungently bitter herb, adding depth of flavor to the dish.