Pungently: meaning, definitions and examples

Use 'pungently' to describe a strong, often unpleasant smell or taste.

• The cheese smelled pungently, filling the room with its strong aroma.
• The pungently spicy soup brought tears to her eyes.

Use 'sharply' to describe something done in a sudden or intense manner, whether it be a sound, a look, or a manner of speaking.

• She turned sharply at the sound of the door slamming.
• He spoke sharply, causing her to flinch.

Use 'penetratingly' to describe something that deeply affects the senses or the mind; often used for sounds, glances, or insights.

• Her voice was penetratingly loud, causing everyone to turn and look.
• He gazed at her penetratingly, as if trying to see into her soul.

Use 'intensely' to describe something done with a lot of effort, emotion, or focus.

• He stared at the painting intensely, trying to understand its meaning.
• They worked intensely on the project to meet the deadline.

Use this word to describe a very strong, often unpleasant smell or taste, that hits your senses immediately.

• The cheese smelled pungently as soon as he opened the fridge.
• The sauce tasted pungently of garlic.

This word is best for expressing something done with great force, intensity, or conviction. It can describe emotions, opinions, actions, or reactions.

• She strongly believed in the cause.
• The wind blew strongly, rattling the windows.

This word can be used to describe something done with precision, quickness, or harshness, such as a sudden movement or a critical comment.

• He turned the car sharply to avoid the obstacle.
• She spoke sharply, criticizing his work.

This term is used to describe actions done with confidence and courage, often standing out or taking risks.

• She boldly walked into the meeting to present her ideas.
• He made a bold statement about the company's future.