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Definition of peppery

peppery

/ˈpɛp.ər.i/
pep · per · y
Adverb:pepperily
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• adjective

1

Seasoned with, containing, or having the hot, pungent taste or smell of pepper.

Example

"The fresh arugula added a crisp, peppery bite to the summer salad."

2

Easily provoked to anger; fiery, sharp, or spirited in temper or expression.

Example

"The retired colonel was known for his peppery disposition and sharp-witted remarks during town hall meetings."

3

Speckled or dotted with fine dark spots, resembling ground pepper.

Example

"The bird's pale chest was marked with a fine, peppery pattern of dark gray flecks."

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• Rhymes for peppery

• Nearby Words

pepperpot
peppershrike
pepperwood
peppery
peppily
peppiness
peppy

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the noun 'pepper' plus the adjectival suffix '-y'. The root 'pepper' comes from Old English 'pipor', borrowed via Latin 'piper' and Ancient Greek 'peperi' from Sanskrit 'pippali' (long pepper).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Peppery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/peppery
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