pungent

adjective4

1. •
   Having a strong odor that stings the nose; said especially of acidic or spicy substances.

   • I accidentally dropped the bottle of ammonia and after few seconds, a very pungent stench could be detected.
2. •
   Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
3. •
   (figurative) Stinging; acerbic.

   • The critic gave a pungent review.
4. •
   Having a sharp and stiff point.