Pronunciation: /ˈspaɪsi/

Definitions of spicy

noun a food or dish that is hot or pungent in flavor

Example Sentences

A1 I like spicy food.

A2 She added some spicy to the soup to give it more flavor.

B1 The spicy in this dish is just right, not too overpowering.

B2 The chef's speciality is creating unique and spicy dishes.

C1 The restaurant is known for its spicy cuisine from different regions.

C2 The spicy in this dish is a perfect balance of heat and flavor.

adjective describing a food or flavor that is hot or pungent

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like spicy food.

A2 She added some spicy sauce to the dish.

B1 The curry was too spicy for my taste.

B2 I enjoy trying different spicy cuisines from around the world.

C1 The chef's specialty is a spicy seafood stew.

C2 The restaurant is known for its spicy Sichuan dishes.

Examples of spicy in a Sentence

formal The spicy curry was a hit at the dinner party.

informal I love eating spicy food, it really adds a kick to my meals.

slang That hot sauce is so spicy, it's fire!

figurative Her personality is as spicy as the salsa on taco night.

Grammatical Forms of spicy

past tense

spiced

plural

spicier

comparative

spicier

superlative

spiciest

present tense

spices

future tense

will spice

perfect tense

have spiced

continuous tense

spicing

singular

spicy

positive degree

spicy

infinitive

to spice

gerund

spicing

participle

spiced

Origin and Evolution of spicy

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'spicy' originated from the Latin word 'spicus' which means sharp or pointed.
Evolution of the word: Initially, 'spicy' was used to describe flavors that were sharp or pungent. Over time, it evolved to encompass a broader range of flavors that are flavorful, hot, and zesty.