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
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Fragrant as an adjective:
Sweet-smelling; having a pleasant (usually strong) scent or fragrance.
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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."
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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.
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Pungent as an adjective (figurative):
Stinging; acerbic.
Examples:
"The critic gave a pungent review."
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Pungent as an adjective (botany):
Having a sharp and stiff point.