gusto

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment

Etymology

Borrowed from Italian gusto, from Latin gustus (“taste”). Doublet of cost (see Etymology 3 there).

In classic literature

Synonyms

relish, zest, zestfulness

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