Zestfully: meaning, definitions and examples

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zestfully

 

[ ˈzɛstfəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of action

Zestfully means doing something with great enthusiasm, energy, or excitement. It suggests a lively or spirited approach to an activity, making the act enjoyable and engaging. This adverb emphasizes a positive attitude and vigor in one's actions, often making the experience more memorable. For example, someone might zestfully participate in a dance, bringing joy and flair to the moment.

Synonyms

enthusiastically, lively, vigorously

Examples of usage

  • She zestfully greeted her friends at the party.
  • The children zestfully played in the park.
  • He zestfully described his travel adventures.

Translations

Translations of the word "zestfully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com entusiasmo

🇮🇳 उत्साहपूर्वक

🇩🇪 lebhaft

🇮🇩 dengan semangat

🇺🇦 завзято

🇵🇱 z entuzjazmem

🇯🇵 熱心に

🇫🇷 avec entrain

🇪🇸 con entusiasmo

🇹🇷 coşkuyla

🇰🇷 열정적으로

🇸🇦 بنشاط

🇨🇿 s nadšením

🇸🇰 s nadšením

🇨🇳 充满活力地

🇸🇮 z navdušenjem

🇮🇸 me ástríðu

🇰🇿 қуанышпен

🇬🇪 ხალისიანად

🇦🇿 həyəcanla

🇲🇽 con entusiasmo

Etymology

The word 'zestfully' is derived from the noun 'zest', which originally comes from the late Middle English term 'zeste', meaning a piece of lemon or orange peel used for flavoring. This root highlights the idea of adding flavor or excitement to something. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass a sense of enthusiasm or eagerness in doing things. The adverbial form 'zestfully' emerged to describe actions done with a sense of spirited enjoyment. The shift from a literal culinary term to an expression of emotional vigor reflects a broader linguistic trend where words associated with taste or physical experiences transition into the realm of emotional expression.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,241, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.