Spicy: meaning, definitions and examples

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spicy

 

[ ˈspaɪsi ]

Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

food

Having a strong, pungent, or hot flavor.

Synonyms

fiery, flavorful, hot, pungent

Examples of usage

  • This curry is too spicy for me.
  • I love spicy food like salsa and hot peppers.
Context #2 | Adjective

language

Using language or humor that is risqué, suggestive, or sexually explicit.

Synonyms

explicit, risque, sexy, suggestive

Examples of usage

  • Her stand-up comedy routine is known for its spicy jokes.
  • The novel includes spicy dialogue that may not be suitable for young readers.

Translations

Translations of the word "spicy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 picante

🇮🇳 मसालेदार

🇩🇪 scharf

🇮🇩 pedas

🇺🇦 гострий

🇵🇱 pikantny

🇯🇵 辛い (からい)

🇫🇷 épicé

🇪🇸 picante

🇹🇷 baharatlı

🇰🇷 매운 (maeun)

🇸🇦 حار

🇨🇿 pálivý

🇸🇰 pálivý

🇨🇳 辣 (là)

🇸🇮 pikanten

🇮🇸 sterkur

🇰🇿 ащы

🇬🇪 ცხარე (tsk'hare)

🇦🇿 ədviyyatlı

🇲🇽 picante

Etymology

The word 'spicy' originated from the Middle English word 'spic' meaning 'having the nature of spice'. It first appeared in the 15th century to describe foods that were seasoned with spices. Over time, the term evolved to also include metaphorical uses related to language and humor. Today, 'spicy' is commonly used to describe flavorful foods with a hot or pungent taste, as well as language that is risqué or sexually suggestive.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,549, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.