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spiciness vs zest

zest vs spiciness

spiciness and zest both are nouns.

spiciness is not a verb while zest is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
spiciness Yes No No No
zest Yes No Yes No
As nouns, zest is a hyponym of spiciness; that is, zest is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than spiciness:
  • spiciness: the property of being seasoned with spice and so highly flavored
  • zest: a tart spicy quality
Other hyponyms of spiciness include bite, pungency, raciness, sharpness, nip, piquance, piquancy, piquantness, tang, tanginess, hotness, pepperiness.
spiciness (noun) zest (noun)
the property of being seasoned with spice and so highly flavored a tart spicy quality
behavior or language bordering on indelicacy vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment
spiciness (verb) zest (verb)
add herbs or spices to
Difference between spiciness and zest

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