Zestiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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zestiest

 

[ ˈzɛstiəst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing flavor

Zestiest refers to something that is the most lively, exciting, or full of zest, particularly in flavor. It implies a strong and invigorating quality that enhances the experience. This term is often used in culinary contexts to describe food that has a pronounced taste profile, often incorporating tangy or spicy notes.

Synonyms

exciting, lively, spicy, tangy

Examples of usage

  • The dish had the zestiest sauce I've ever tasted.
  • This is the zestiest lemon tart I've ever had.
  • She added the zestiest herbs to the salad.

Translations

Translations of the word "zestiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 picante

🇮🇳 चटपटा

🇩🇪 würzig

🇮🇩 pedas

🇺🇦 пекучий

🇵🇱 pikantny

🇯🇵 スパイシーな

🇫🇷 épicé

🇪🇸 picante

🇹🇷 acı

🇰🇷 매운

🇸🇦 حار

🇨🇿 pikantní

🇸🇰 pikantný

🇨🇳 辛辣的

🇸🇮 pikanten

🇮🇸 kryddaður

🇰🇿 ащы

🇬🇪 მჟავე

🇦🇿 acı

🇲🇽 picante

Etymology

The word 'zesty' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the noun 'zest,' which means the outer peel of citrus fruit used for flavoring. 'Zest' itself comes from the French word 'zeste,' which means the peel of citrus fruits. The term has evolved in English to encompass a broader sense of liveliness and enthusiasm, particularly associated with flavor or excitement. By the early 20th century, 'zesty' became associated with the taste sensations that invigorate the palate, leading to the superlative form 'zestiest,' which denotes the utmost degree of zest. Over time, it has been widely adopted in culinary descriptions to highlight dishes that excite the taste buds.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,769, 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.