fizz

¹fizz

verb \ˈfiz\

Definition of FIZZ

intransitive verb

1

: to make a hissing or sputtering sound : effervesce

2

: to show excitement or exhilaration

Examples of FIZZ

1. <soda pop fizzing in the glass>

Origin of FIZZ

probably of imitative origin

First Known Use: 1685

Related to FIZZ

Synonyms: hiss, fizzle, sizzle, swish, whish, whiz (or whizz)

Related Words: swoosh, wheeze, whistle, whoosh, zip; bubble, effervesce; buzz, drone, hum

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Rhymes with FIZZ

biz, frizz, his, is, Ms., phiz, quiz, whiz, wiz