1. having a hot, spicy taste like pepper
2. easily irritated or quick-tempered
Usage: informal

Examples

• The soup was too peppery for the children to eat.
• She added peppery spices to the curry.
• The old man had a peppery disposition and complained about everything.
• His peppery response surprised everyone at the meeting.
• The peppery sauce made my eyes water.
• Despite his peppery nature, he was actually quite kind.
• The dish had a peppery kick that lingered on the tongue.