peppered vs peppery

peppered

adj
  • Seasoned with pepper. 

  • Speckled. 

  • Coordinate term: riddled 

peppery

adj
  • Resembling or characteristic of pepper, especially in having a spicy taste. 

  • Having a fiery temperament. 

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