zestful

adjective

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  1. zesty
  2. tangy
  3. pungent
  4. zingy
Adjective
  • For example, a citrusy strain like Lemon Haze pairs beautifully with zesty appetizers, while an earthy strain like Granddaddy Purple complements hearty or spiced dishes.
    Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Bring this dish to the family potluck and let the snap peas shine with a sweet honey and zesty lemon dressing.
    Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of zesty
Adjective
  • Garnish with a pickle spear and enjoy the bold, tangy twist.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • These savory and chewy bites are usually topped with fresh scallions and are served with a tangy soy sauce.
    Christina Liao, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of tangy
Adjective
  • In the culinary world, rosemary’s pungent, piney flavor with notes of citrus accompanies poultry dishes, stews, salads, cocktails, and more.
    Nina Foster, JSTOR Daily, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Methyl isocyanate, a pungent, colorless and very flammable liquid used to produce pesticides, evaporates into a deadly gas almost instantly when exposed to air.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of pungent
Adjective
  • There’s a kind of double cosmic irony to the 1959 musical, with its super-singable score by Jule Styne, its zingy lyrics by a young Stephen Sondheim, and its book by Arthur Laurents, still considered one of the very best of its form by people who’ve put in the hours.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 20 Dec. 2024
  • But what elevates the show is the palpable, blazing chemistry between Bell and Brody, so fiery your screen might be hot to the touch during their zingy meet-cute.
    Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of zingy
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