zest

noun
UK: /zest/
US: /zɛst/

  1. Enthusiasm and excitement; a feeling of enjoying something very much.

    1. She has a zest for life that is contagious to everyone around.
    2. He approached the project with such zest that it quickly became a success, showcasing his dedication.

  2. A quality of excitement and energy.

    1. The adventure added some zest to their weekend.
    2. Her innovative ideas brought a new zest to the team's work, boosting morale and productivity.

  3. The outer, colorful skin of citrus fruit that is used to add flavor to food.

    1. Add a little lemon zest to the cake batter.
    2. The recipe calls for orange zest to give the sauce a bright, citrusy flavor, enhancing the overall taste.

Synonyms

flavor relish tang spice enthusiasm
zest verb

  1. To scrape off the outer, colorful skin of citrus fruit in order to add flavor to something.

    1. Zest the lemon before adding it to the tea.
    2. She zested the lime carefully to avoid including the bitter white pith, ensuring a flavorful result.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "zest" in English means: Enthusiasm and excitement; a feeling of enjoying something very much., A quality of excitement and energy., The outer, colorful skin of citrus fruit that is used to add flavor to food..

The phonetic transcription of "zest" is /zest/ in British English and /zɛst/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "zest": flavor, relish, tang, spice, enthusiasm.

Example usage of "zest": "She has a zest for life that is contagious to everyone around.". More examples on the page.