zesty

adjective

ˈze-stē

zestier; zestiest

Synonyms of zesty next

: having or characterized by zest : appealingly piquant or lively

a zesty sauce

zesty humor

zestily

ˈze-stə-lē

adverb

Examples of zesty in a Sentence

bland pasta that needs a zesty sauce

Recent Examples on the Web This unique appetizer recipe soaks watermelon in a zesty marinade of lime, red wine vinegar, and chili sauce before dunking into a cayenne pepper-and-IPA batter. —

Ryan Burke, Southern Living, 5 June 2024 Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Kevin Crafts Grilled Cilantro and Pistachio Pesto Shrimp Skewers Served with slaw, tortillas, and lime, these shrimp skewers are marinated in a zesty cilantro pistachio pesto for a refreshing flavor with nutty undertones. —

Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 3 June 2024 The fly in the tomato sauce is DeVito, who cured every Giant fan’s agita with his zesty play after Jones went down. —

Bill Reinhard, New York Daily News, 25 May 2024 But even hard-core carnivores will enjoy the zesty flavors and creative combinations. —

Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 11 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for zesty

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