Daily Word: PUNGENT

pun·gent

   [puhn-juhnt] 

~ adjective

DEFINITION: 1) Sharply affecting the organs of taste or smell, as if by a penetrating power; biting; acrid. 2) Acutely distressing to the feelings or mind; poignant. 3) Caustic, biting, or sharply expressive. 4) Mentally stimulating or appealing.

SENTENCE: The pungent smell coming from the basement caused the tenants to call the  landlord immediately for assistance.