ZEST Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

zest

noun

ˈzest

as in spice

the quality or state of being stimulating to the mind or senses dumped in more spices to add some zest to the marinade

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Recent Examples of zest The palate offers notes of tropical fruit and citrus zest with a savory wire of acidity keeping it all together. —

Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Vivid acidity and astonishing freshness frame flavors of lemon zest and Pink Lady apple with a closing note of salinity. —

Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 17 June 2026 Stir in lemon zest, vanilla, almond extract (if using) and dry milk. —

Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026 Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar (to express the oils). —

Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for zest

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spice

Noun

Peppers followed, along with a healthy sprinkling of spices.

— Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
Leveraging years of experience developed at Brunello Cucinelli and Prada, the designer used a beautiful palette of colors, the hues reflecting the spices of each location, from nutmeg and cardamom to ginger, cinnamon and vanilla, and those of the Mediterranean Sea.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026