Zephyr vs. Gust — What's the Difference?
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Difference Between Zephyr and Gust
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Definitions
Zephyr
A gentle breeze.
Gust
A strong, abrupt rush of wind.
Zephyr
The west wind.
Gust
A sudden burst, as of rain or smoke.
Zephyr
Any of various soft light fabrics, yarns, or garments, especially a lightweight, checked gingham fabric.
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Gust
An outburst of emotion.
Zephyr
Something that is airy, insubstantial, or passing.
Gust
(Archaic) Relish; gusto.
Zephyr
A light wind from the west.
Gust
The sense of taste.
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Zephyr
Any light refreshing wind; a gentle breeze.
Gust
Personal taste or inclination; liking.
Zephyr
Anything of fine, soft, or light quality, especially fabric.
Gust
To blow in gusts.
Zephyr
To blow or move like a zephyr, or light breeze.
Gust
A strong, abrupt rush of wind.
Zephyr
To blow or blow on gently like a zephyr; to cool or refresh with a gentle breeze.
Gust
(by extension) Any rush or outburst (of water, emotion, etc.).
Zephyr
The west wind; poetically, any soft, gentle breeze.
As gentleAs zephyrs blowing below the violet.
Gust
(archaic) The physiological faculty of taste.
Zephyr
A slight wind (usually refreshing);
The breeze was cooled by the lake
As he waited he could feel the air on his neck
Gust
Relish, enjoyment, appreciation.
Zephyr
(Greek mythology) the Greek god of the west wind
Gust
Intellectual taste; fancy.
Gust
To blow in gusts.
Gust
To taste.
Gust
To have a relish for.
Gust
A sudden squall; a violent blast of wind; a sudden and brief rushing or driving of the wind.
Snow, and hail, stormy gust and flaw.
Gust
A sudden violent burst of passion.
Gust
The sense or pleasure of tasting; relish; gusto.
An ox will relish the tender flesh of kids with as much gust and appetite.
Gust
Gratification of any kind, particularly that which is exquisitely relished; enjoyment.
Destroy all creatures for thy sport or gust.
Gust
Intellectual taste; fancy.
A choice of it may be made according to the gust and manner of the ancients.
Gust
To taste; to have a relish for.
Gust
A strong current of air;
The tree was bent almost double by the gust