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 Though particular and precise in an operating room, Toni possesses a magnetic zest for life and exudes warmth with patients and her students. —

Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026 Adding lemon to water or tea and using the zest to flavor dishes are easy ways to eat this citrus fruit. —

Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 29 Jan. 2026 Serve with chili sauce and sprinkle with zest (if using). —

Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026 Stir together feta, yogurt, lime zest and 1 tablespoon of the oil. —

Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for zest

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spice

Noun

And if container lid storage isn’t a problem for your kitchen, this versatile container can also corral snacks, spices, or pot lids.

— Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Kaanapali Coast, of course, is an ode to Hawaii, opening with juicy peach nectar and lemon peel before settling into a creamy heart of coconut shavings, milk, and warm spice.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026