pungence in a sentence

Definition

Pungence refers to a strong, sharp smell or taste that is often intense and overpowering.

The pungence of the ripe cheese filled the room, overwhelming anyone who entered.
As the chef added garlic to the dish, its pungence transformed the otherwise bland flavors.
The pungence of the fish in the market was a clear indication of its freshness, albeit off-putting to some.
Even from a distance, she could detect the pungence of the spices being roasted over an open flame.
His expressions of disgust were evident as he encountered the pungence of the spoiled fruit.