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Zestier: meaning, definitions and examples

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zestier

 

[ ˈzɛst.i.ər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing flavor

Zestier is the comparative form of the adjective 'zesty,' which means having a strong, pleasant, and somewhat spicy flavor. This term is often used in culinary contexts to describe food that is particularly lively or full of flavor. When a dish is zestier, it usually has more aroma or a sharper taste that enhances the overall palate experience. The use of zestier may also extend beyond food to describe anything that has an invigorating or exciting quality.

Synonyms

flavorful, intense, spicier

Examples of usage

  • This lemon cake is zestier than the last one.
  • I prefer my salsa zestier with jalapeños.
  • The seasoning made the soup much zestier.

Translations

Translations of the word "zestier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais picante

🇮🇳 और मसालेदार

🇩🇪 würziger

🇮🇩 lebih pedas

🇺🇦 більш гострий

🇵🇱 bardziej pikantny

🇯🇵 よりスパイシー

🇫🇷 plus piquant

🇪🇸 más picante

🇹🇷 daha baharatlı

🇰🇷 더 매운

🇸🇦 أكثر حار

🇨🇿 pikantnější

🇸🇰 pikantnejší

🇨🇳 更辛辣

🇸🇮 bolj začinjen

🇮🇸 meira kryddað

🇰🇿 арақатынас

🇬🇪 უფრო ცხარე

🇦🇿 daha ədviyyatlı

🇲🇽 más picante

Etymology

The word 'zesty' originates from the late 19th century and is derived from the word 'zest', which means the outer peel of citrus fruits, known for its strong aroma and flavor. The root 'zest' itself can be traced back to the French term 'zeste', which entered the English language around the year 1890. The addition of the comparative suffix '-ier' suggests an increase in the qualities described by 'zesty'. Over time, the word has evolved to not only refer to food and flavors but also to imply a sense of energy and enthusiasm, particularly in a metaphorical sense where one might describe a person or activity as 'zestier' to suggest liveliness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,468, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.