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Word

spicer

Phoneticsspicer

US/ˈspaɪsɝ/

UK/spˈaɪsɐ/

Definition

adj. more full of spice or having a stronger, hotter taste than something else. You use this to compare two foods that have a kick.

adj. the comparative form of 'spicy'; containing more spice or producing a more pungent, piquant sensation on the palate.

Usage

Comparative adjective — typically followed by 'than' when comparing two items.

Pitfall

more spicier

spicier

Spicier is already a comparative form; adding 'more' creates a double comparative error.

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