zest
keen relish; hearty enjoyment; gusto.
an agreeable or piquant flavor imparted to something.
anything added to impart flavor, enhance one's appreciation, etc.
piquancy; interest; charm.
liveliness or energy; animating spirit.
the peel, especially the thin outer peel, of a citrus fruit used for flavoring: lemon zest.
to give zest, relish, or piquancy to.
Origin of zest
1Other words for zest
Other words from zest
- zestless, adjective
Words Nearby zest
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How to use zest in a sentence
In a small bowl, use your fingers to rub the sugars and orange zest together.
Tart roasted cranberries and a billowy meringue topping take this pie in a bright, bold direction | Erin Jeanne McDowell | November 12, 2020 | Washington PostIts centerpiece is a turkey breast stuffed with a cranberry sauce gussied up with pecans, maple syrup, thyme and orange zest.
Make it a one-pan Thanksgiving with stuffed turkey breast, sweet potatoes and green beans | Ellie Krieger | November 10, 2020 | Washington PostLike most citrus, you can use their zest and juice to flavor savory dishes and desserts.
Harness the bright sweetness of oranges in these 7 recipes | Kari Sonde | November 9, 2020 | Washington PostBoth empathy and zest for life are positively connected with Stoicism.
Add the parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper and toss to combine.
Homemade, seasoned breadcrumbs add crunch and flavor to pastas, vegetables and more | Jesse Szewczyk | October 30, 2020 | Washington Post
Twist a large piece of orange zest and a large piece of lemon zest over the drink and drop into the glass.
The Rise and Fall…and Rise Again of the Old-Fashioned | Allison McNearney | June 14, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThey sport a leathery, crackle-textured skin and glow with salt-and-pepper zest.
One day at a funeral, he meets Maude (Ruth Gordon), a 79-year-old with a zest for life.
Most Overlooked Romance Films for Valentine’s Day Weekend: ‘True Romance,’ ‘His Girl Friday,’ More | Marlow Stern | February 15, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTAdd melted butter, egg, buttermilk, and orange zest and whisk until incorporated 3.
Whiter Teeth—Make a paste by crushing some basil leaves with the zest of an orange.
Use These 15 Home Remedies Based On Ayurveda To Cure Menstrual Cramps, Hangovers, and Indigestion | Ari Meisel | January 21, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTUrbanity ushers in water that needs no apology, and gives a zest to the worst vintage.
Pearls of Thought | Maturin M. BallouHer new joy and excitement, her gaiety and zest for life— all had been caused, not by himself, but by another.
The Wave | Algernon BlackwoodBesides, rough work makes a fellow take his ease with all the more zest.
The Floating Light of the Goodwin Sands | R.M. BallantyneCertainly Valerie deserved to conquer the ill health that was robbing her of so much of the zest of living.
The Adventure Girls at K Bar O | Clair BlankThe feet came on; slow, rhythmic, marching without zest or pause or break, perfection without snap.
Valley of the Croen | Lee Tarbell
British Dictionary definitions for zest
/ (zɛst) /
invigorating or keen excitement or enjoyment: a zest for living
added interest, flavour, or charm; piquancy: her presence gave zest to the occasion
something added to give flavour or relish
the peel or skin of an orange or lemon, used as flavouring in drinks, etc
(tr) to give flavour, interest, or piquancy to
Origin of zest
1Derived forms of zest
- zestful, adjective
- zestfully, adverb
- zestfulness, noun
- zestless, adjective
- zesty, adjective
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