Synonyms of zest

zest

noun

ˈzest 

as in spice

the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses

dumped in more spices to add some zest to the marinade

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spice
• piquancy
• zing
• excitement
• tang
• pungency
• thrill
• flavor
• spiciness
• nip
• stimulation
• bitterness
• hotness
• invigoration
• stimulus
• acuteness
• savour
• stimulant
• raciness
• fieriness
• keenness
• sharpness
• provocativeness
• savor
• savoriness
• tastiness
• trenchancy
• mordancy
• redolence

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• insipidity
• flatness
• dullness
• dulness
• tastelessness
• monotony
• predictability
• insipidity
• tediousness
• sameness
• weakness
• platitude
• thinness
• blandness
• monotonousness

Examples of zest in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Get The Recipe 15 of 15 Chicken Roll Ups While lemon is not the shining star in this recipe, the little bit of zest is an essential part of the flavor and freshness. —Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024

Kacey Musgraves to make this candle that conveys a harmonious mix of incense, black pepper, ginger zest, raspberry, and cedarwood. —Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024

Glaze and Serve For glaze, in a small saucepan heat maple syrup, butter, orange zest, chipotle, and peppercorns until warm. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2024

Add spring onions, serrano, spinach, yogurt, lemon zest, ¾ cup of the cheddar cheese and 3 tablespoons of the herbs; stir until combined. —Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 18 Sep. 2024

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