English noun: zest | |||
1. | zest (feeling) vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment | ||
Synonyms | gusto, relish, zestfulness | ||
Broader (hypernym) | enjoyment, enthusiasm | ||
2. | zest (attribute) a tart spicy quality | ||
Synonyms | nip, piquance, piquancy, piquantness, tang, tanginess | ||
Broader (hypernym) | spice, spicery, spiciness | ||
English verb: zest | |||
1. | zest (perception) add herbs or spices to | ||
Synonyms | spice, spice up | ||
Pattern of use | Somebody ----s something | ||
Broader (hypernym) | flavor, flavour, season | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | ginger, pepper | ||
Domain category | cookery, cooking, preparation | ||