spicy

//ˈspaɪ.si//
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Adjective

spicyCanonical form
spicierComparative
spiciestSuperlative
1

Having a strong, hot flavor from spices such as chili, pepper, or ginger.

This curry is too spicy for me.

2

Containing or flavored with spices.

This curry is very spicy.

3

(informal) Exciting, provocative, or slightly scandalous, especially in a sexual or controversial way.

The celebrity's spicy comments about her ex caused a media frenzy.