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Grammar : Adj
Spell : zes-tee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈzɛs ti



Definition of zesty

Origin :
  • 1789, from zest + -y (2). Related: Zestily; zestiness.
  • As in peppery : adj highly seasoned
  • As in piquant : adj flavorful, biting
  • As in poignant : adj sharp, bitter
  • As in pungent : adj highly flavored
  • As in pungent : adj sharp, stinging in speech
  • As in racy : adj energetic, zestful
  • As in spicy : adj pungent, flavorful
  • As in spirited : adj lively, vivacious
  • As in spunky : adj spirited
  • As in tangy : adj sharp, spicy
  • As in vibrant : adj alive, colorful
  • As in vivacious : adj lively, spirited
  • As in bubbly : adj vivacious
  • As in frisky : adj full of spirit
Example sentences :
  • Natural Port du Salut type described as "zesty" by some of the best purveyors of domestic cheeses.
  • Extract from : « The Complete Book of Cheese » by Robert Carlton Brown

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