zestier; zestiest
: having or characterized by zest : appealingly piquant or lively
a zesty sauce
zesty humor
Examples of zesty in a Sentence
bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce
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Grab a slice to top your favorite citrusy cookies, or add it to breakfast pancakes for a zesty twist.
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Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
This is our go-to zesty punch for summertime gatherings.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
The almond shape is the epitome of sophistication, while the zesty designs bring out the whimsy.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Ceviche comes two ways, while the Coctel Campechano ($19) piles chunks of lobster, sea bass and shrimp with zesty clamato juice.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
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Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
This is our go-to zesty punch for summertime gatherings.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
The almond shape is the epitome of sophistication, while the zesty designs bring out the whimsy.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Ceviche comes two ways, while the Coctel Campechano ($19) piles chunks of lobster, sea bass and shrimp with zesty clamato juice.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for zesty
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“Zesty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zesty. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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