Adjectives That Start with Z | List, Exercise & Examples

Adjectives that start with Z Exercises and Flashcards

These exercises focus on Adjectives that start with Z

List of Positive Adjectives That Start With Z

Word	Definition	Example
Zaftig	Full-figured and curvaceous	"The artist loved to paint zaftig women."
Zany	Amusingly unconventional or eccentric	"The zany antics of the clown kept everyone laughing."
Zappy	Energetic and lively	"The music had a zappy, infectious rhythm."
Zealful	Full of zeal or enthusiasm	"Her zealful approach to learning inspired her peers."
Zealous	Passionately devoted to a cause	"He was zealous in his efforts to protect the environment."
Zephyrous	Gentle and breezy, like a soft wind	"The zephyrous weather was perfect for a picnic."
Zestful	Full of enthusiasm or flavor	"She gave a zestful performance that wowed the audience."
Zesty	Exciting, full of flavor	"The zesty lemon cake was a favorite at the party."
Zen	Peaceful and calm	"After meditating, he felt completely zen."
Zingy	Full of life and energy; exciting	"The zingy sauce added a burst of flavor to the dish."
Zippy	Fast and full of energy	"Her zippy personality made her the life of the party."
Zooty	Flashy and stylish	"He wore a zooty outfit that turned heads."

Illustration of Adjectives That Start with Z

List of Negative Adjectives Starting With Z

Word	Definition	Example
Zero	Lacking value or importance	"His effort was practically zero in the group project."
Zombielike	Lethargic or unresponsive	"After working late, he walked around in a zombielike state."
Zonked	Extremely tired or exhausted	"She was completely zonked after the long flight."
Zoolike	Chaotic, resembling a zoo	"The classroom became zoolike during the free period."

List of Neutral Adjectives Starting With Z

Word	Definition	Example
Zeitgeisty	Reflecting the spirit or mood of a particular period	"The movie had a very zeitgeisty feel to it."
Zenithal	Related to the highest point	"The sun was at its zenithal position at noon."
Zeroth	Being numbered zero in a sequence	"The zeroth chapter introduces the book’s premise."
Zibeline	Resembling soft, silky fabric	"She wore a zibeline coat during the winter."
Zigzag	Moving in a series of sharp turns	"The road up the mountain had a zigzag pattern."
Zillionth	An extremely large or indefinite ordinal number	"For the zillionth time, I asked him to clean his room."
Zinciferous	Containing zinc	"The zinciferous rocks were mined for industrial use."
Zodiacal	Related to the zodiac	"The zodiacal chart was beautifully illustrated."
Zoetic	Relating to life; vital	"The artist captured the zoetic energy of the city."
Zoic	Pertaining to animal life	"Fossils revealed a rich zoic past in the region."
Zonal	Divided into or pertaining to zones	"The zonal distribution of crops was studied."
Zoning	Relating to the division of an area into zones	"The city’s zoning laws were recently revised."
Zoogenic	Caused by or related to animals	"The disease was identified as zoogenic in origin."
Zoological	Pertaining to the study of animals	"The zoological garden had diverse species on display."
Zoomy	Moving very quickly	"The kids played with their zoomy toy cars."
Zoophagous	Feeding on animals or animal matter	"Certain zoophagous plants trap insects for nutrients."
Zygal	Shaped like a yoke or a pair	"The zygal structure was evident in the ancient artifact."
Zygomatic	Related to the cheekbone	"The zygomatic arch plays a crucial role in facial structure."
Zygomorphic	Bilaterally symmetrical	"The zygomorphic flowers attract specific pollinators."
Zymoid	Resembling or related to fermentation	"The zymoid reaction produced a strong alcoholic scent."
Zymolytic	Causing or involving fermentation	"The zymolytic process is key in bread making."

Featured Adjectives Grouped by Topics

Energy and Enthusiasm: Zappy, Zestful, Zealous
Personality and Character: Zany, Zealous, Zestful
Nature and Science: Zoetic, Zoological, Zonal
Appearance and Style: Zany, Zestful, Zillionth

Common Mistakes

Zealous vs. Overzealous

Mistake: “She’s too zealous about her new diet.”
Correction: “She’s overzealous about her new diet.”
Tip: Use "zealous" for positive passion, but "overzealous" for excessive enthusiasm.

Zestful vs. Zesty

Mistake: “He has a zesty for life.”
Correction: “He has a zestful approach to life.”
Tip: "Zestful" describes enthusiasm, while "zesty" usually describes flavor.

Zigzag vs. Zigzagging

Mistake: “He drives zigzag on the road.”
Correction: “He drives zigzagging on the road.”
Tip: Use "zigzagging" for ongoing motion.

FAQ

What does "zoetic" mean?

"Zoetic" means relating to or full of life. Example: "The artist’s zoetic creations inspired the audience."

Is "zealous" always a positive word?

No, while "zealous" often conveys positive enthusiasm, it can have negative connotations when it suggests excessive or obsessive behavior.

How can I use "zany" effectively?

Use "zany" to describe someone or something amusingly unconventional, like "The movie’s zany humor appealed to all ages."

What is the difference between "zonal" and "zoned"?

"Zonal" refers to something relating to zones, while "zoned" means divided into zones. Example: "Zonal climate differences" vs. "The land is zoned for agriculture."

Are there many adjectives starting with Z?

While there are fewer adjectives starting with Z compared to other letters, they are unique and versatile, such as "zesty," "zealous," and "zonal."