jazzy

adjective

ˈja-zē 

jazzier; jazziest

1

: having the characteristics of jazz

2

: marked by unrestraint, animation, or flashiness

jazzily

ˈja-zə-lē 

adverb

jazziness

ˈja-zē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of jazzy

• stylish
• fashionable
• snazzy
• flashy
• chic
• neat
• cool
• fresh
• splashy
• custom
• loud

Examples of jazzy in a Sentence

He wore a jazzy suit to the party.

that's a jazzy bathing suit, with all those spangles

Recent Examples on the Web

Tonight’s annual Cool Yule concert at the Hammer Theatre will feature the San Jose State University Jazz Orchestra, along with members of the San Jose Jazz High School All-Stars, playing jazzy, swinging arrangements of holiday standards plus newer compositions. —Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 2 Dec. 2025

Expect jazzy takes on holiday classics, special high-wattage surprise guests and plenty of friendly banter from the chatty group, which also features John Munson of Trip Shakespeare and Semisonic on bass and Steve Roehm of Electropolis on vibraphone. —Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 27 Nov. 2025

The singer, dressed in red and accompanied by a band and two back-up singers, showcased the upbeat, jazzy track with theatrical flair. —Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 18 Nov. 2025

Or something a little jazzier and amusing? —Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 12 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for jazzy

• anasazi

Kids Definition

jazzy

adjective

ˈjaz-ē 

jazzier; jazziest

1

: resembling jazz

2

: lively sense 3, flashy

jazziness

ˈjaz-ē-nəs 

noun