1. a pleasantly sharp or spicy taste or flavor
2. the quality of being interesting, exciting, or stimulating

Examples

• The piquancy of the salsa came from fresh jalapeños and lime juice.
• She added black pepper to give the soup more piquancy.
• The novel’s piquancy kept readers engaged throughout.
• His stories lacked the piquancy that made his earlier work so memorable.
• The chef was known for the subtle piquancy of her signature dishes.
• The debate gained piquancy when the candidates began discussing controversial topics.