Synonyms of zest

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spice
• piquancy
• zing
• excitement
• tang
• pungency
• thrill
• flavor
• spiciness
• nip
• stimulation
• bitterness
• hotness
• invigoration
• stimulus
• acuteness
• stimulant
• raciness
• fieriness
• keenness
• sharpness
• provocativeness
• savor
• savoriness
• tastiness
• trenchancy
• mordancy
• redolence

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• insipidity
• flatness
• dullness
• tastelessness
• monotony
• predictability
• insipidity
• tediousness
• sameness
• weakness
• platitude
• thinness
• blandness
• monotonousness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of zest

The outer layer holds concentrated citrus oils and flavor; it is commonly grated and the resulting citrus zest added to baked goods, dressings, or cocktails. — Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 13 Sep. 2026

Blending grapefruit zest, pear, cassis and sandalwood, this mist from Tocca offers a lightweight but lifting spritz. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

Reduce speed to medium; blend in oil and honey, then orange juice, liqueur, zest, and extract. — Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 3 Sep. 2026

No additives are used, which leaves room for notes of banana, lemon zest, brown sugar, and fresh berries to pop on the palate. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026

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