The difference between Fragrant and Pungent

When used as adjectives, fragrant means sweet-smelling, whereas pungent means having a strong odor that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.


check bellow for the other definitions of Fragrant and Pungent

  1. Fragrant as an adjective:

    Sweet-smelling; having a pleasant (usually strong) scent or fragrance.

  1. Pungent as an adjective:

    Having a strong odor that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.

    Examples:

    "I accidentally dropped the bottle of ammonia and after few seconds, a very pungent stench could be detected."

  2. Pungent as an adjective:

    Having a strong taste that stings the tongue, said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.

  3. Pungent as an adjective (figurative):

    Stinging; acerbic.

    Examples:

    "The critic gave a pungent review."

  4. Pungent as an adjective (botany):

    Having a sharp and stiff point.

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