Zesty: meaning, definitions and examples
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zesty
[ ˈzɛsti ]
flavorful
Having a strong, pleasant, and somewhat spicy flavor.
Synonyms
flavorful, piquant, spicy, tangy
Examples of usage
- The zesty salsa added a kick to the otherwise bland dish.
- Her zesty personality always brightened up the room.
- The marinade gave the chicken a zesty taste.
- The zesty dressing enhanced the salad's flavor.
- The chef's secret ingredient was what made the dish so zesty.
Translations
Translations of the word "zesty" in other languages:
🇵🇹 picante
🇮🇳 मसालेदार
🇩🇪 würzig
🇮🇩 pedas
🇺🇦 пікантний
🇵🇱 pikantny
🇯🇵 スパイシー
🇫🇷 épicé
🇪🇸 picante
🇹🇷 baharatlı
🇰🇷 매운
🇸🇦 حار
🇨🇿 pikantní
🇸🇰 pikantný
🇨🇳 辛辣
🇸🇮 pikanten
🇮🇸 kryddað
🇰🇿 ащы
🇬🇪 ცხარე
🇦🇿 ədviyyatlı
🇲🇽 picante
Word origin
The word 'zesty' originated in the early 18th century from the French word 'zeste', meaning 'orange or lemon peel'. Over time, it evolved to describe something with a strong, pleasant flavor. The modern usage of 'zesty' typically refers to food or beverages that are tangy, spicy, or flavorful.
See also: zest.