zingy

adjective

ˈziŋ-ē How to pronounce zingy (audio)
Definition of zingynext
as in spicy
sharp and pleasantly stimulating to the mind or senses recipes for a zingy meal that is sure to wow your guests

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Recent Examples of zingy Brands even sell pickle juice on its own, pickle-free, for use in salty, zingy cocktails or refreshing probiotic supplements. — Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 14 June 2026 With its zingy lemon icing and subtle mix of warm spices, vanilla, maple, and citrus, this is no ordinary zucchini cake. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 May 2026 The sushi bar serves fresh fish and zingy flavors at reasonable prices, and the tonkotsu ramen is deeply satisfying. — Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026 Herbal ginger tea is a zingy swap. — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for zingy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zingy
  1. spicy
  2. zesty
  3. delicious
  4. piquant
  5. pungent
  6. salty
Adjective
  • The restaurant also makes its own salsas, including roja, verde and a spicier green variety.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The property collaborated with Nobu and the food is clean and delicious—unsurprisingly, lots of raw fish and produce like spicy microgreens and August-sweet tomatoes grown at Sensei’s hydroponic farm down the road.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of spicy
Adjective
  • The Polaris dazzles with tequila, mezcal, blackberry syrup, and a touch of citrus air foam, while the Hydra balances gin, mastiha, carrot, celery, and a bright, zesty twist of lime.
    — Jaclyn DeGiorgio, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Five-Spice Pumpkin Bread This Five-Spice Pumpkin Bread takes a bold twist on the traditional recipe with roasted Autumn Frost squash and a zesty five-spice powder instead of classic pumpkin spice.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of zesty
Adjective
  • This recipe for double crust apple pie delivers a mix of tart and sweet along with cinnamon that is crispy, delicious and is worth the indulgence.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Refrigerated tortellini is one of the fastest ways to turn plain broth into a satiating, delicious meal.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • Sipping on the watermelon, calamansi, ginger agua fresca was just the right pairing with my boldly piquant dinner.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Placebo, loukoumi, kouglof, toda raba, Sharapova, tempura, cacao, platypus, shrub, castagnette, potato salada, potage piquant pékinois.
    — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 13 July 2026
Definition of piquant
Adjective
  • The script is full of pungent, funny debates about power, with observations that still land.
    — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The garlic added a pungent heat, and the tahina a nutty savoriness.
    — Cooking Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of pungent
Adjective
  • Introduced to Virginia rivers decades ago, the fish have proved able to tolerate the saltier waters of the bay and are now outcompeting native species.
    — Tovar Cerulli, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Onion and garlic build the base, red pepper flakes bring heat, and Parmesan and lemon zest keep things salty, nutty, and bright.
    — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of salty

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“Zingy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zingy. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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