Word parts change

spice + -y

Pronunciation change

Adjective change

Positive
spicy

Comparative
spicier

Superlative
spiciest

  1. A spicy food feels hot in your mouth because of chilies or similar spices.
    This curry is too spicy for me. I can't eat it.
    He prepared a spicy casserole.
  2. A spicy situation is one that is challenging, intense, or potentially controversial.
    Their spicy relationship was full of angry arguments and hot sex.

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