spicy

adjective7

1. •
   Of, pertaining to, or containing spice.

   • He prepared a spicy casserole.
2. •
   Of a food, flavor, or odor, tangy, zesty, or pungent.

   • She breathed in the strong, spicy aroma.
3. •
   Of a flavor, provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of capsaicin or a similar chemical.

   • This curry is too spicy for me. I can't eat it.
4. •
   (informal) Scandalous.

   • When one side or the other had written any particularly spicy dispatch, news of it was sure to slip out. — 1847
5. •
   (informal) Risqué, sexy, racy; mildly pornographic.

   • I don't want my children to see the spicy images on this web site.
6. •
   Of an expression or behavior, vigorous; colorful; stimulating.

   • He is known for his spicy political commentary.
7. •
   (Internet) Risky; mildly aggressive or dangerous.

   • Look at the little wildcub! That's one spicy ball of fur.