spicy
adj.adj. having a strong, hot flavor from peppers or spices that makes your mouth feel warm. It can also describe something exciting or slightly shocking, like a piece of gossip.
adj. containing or seasoned with spices that produce a pungent or piquant flavor profile. In informal contexts, it describes content that is provocative, scandalous, or mildly controversial.
This curry is very spicy and makes my eyes water.
The chef added extra chili flakes to the sauce to satisfy customers who prefer a spicy kick to their meal.
While the primary dish was relatively mild, the accompanying salsa provided a spicy contrast that elevated the entire flavor profile of the traditional street food.
From spic(e) + -y. First attested in the 16th century.
Typically used to describe food, but frequently applied metaphorically to rumors, jokes, or social media posts to indicate they are provocative.