fizz

verb \ ˈfiz \

Updated on: 16 Apr 2018

Definition of fizz

intransitive verb

1 : to make a hissing or sputtering sound : effervesce

2 : to show excitement or exhilaration

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Examples of fizz in a Sentence

soda pop fizzing in the glass

Recent Examples of fizz from the Web

Directed with swooping ease by David Leveaux and Alex Rudzinski, this version of Jesus Christ Superstar was a pulsing adrenaline rush that felt like a fizzed-up energy drink to the face.

— caroline framke, Vox, "The electric spectacle of Jesus Christ Superstar Live, in one shot," 2 Apr. 2018
Everything fizzed, and, for a few moments, my whole body felt effervescent.

— priya krishna, Bon Appetit, "Why Is Dr. Singha's Mustard Bath the Wellness World's Favorite Remedy?," 7 Mar. 2018
The water, just above lukewarm and smelling of sulfur, fizzed lightly.

— New York Times, "In Search of Lost Time in Europe’s Sanatoriums," 18 Feb. 2018
Ilkay Gundogan headed in a corner, Bernardo Silva converted Raheem Sterling’s cross and Sergio Aguero fizzed in a low shot–all within the first 23 minutes of the game.

— jonathan wilson, SI.com, "Tottenham Shows Impressive Mettle at Juventus, Man City Coasts Again in UCL," 13 Feb. 2018
The 20-year-old striker cut inside right back Trent Alexander-Arnold and fizzed in a low shot that gave goalkeeper Loris Karius no chance.

— steve douglas, chicagotribune.com, "Rashford nets brace as Man United upend Liverpool," 10 Mar. 2018
On an elegant plate adorned with gilded flowers rests a manicured Shigoku oyster, a slightly sweet and mild horseradish sabayon gently fizzing on top.

— mark kurlyandchik, Detroit Free Press, "Chef’s Table in downtown Detroit is our 2018 Restaurant of the Year," 16 Feb. 2018
Fluorescent light fizzed and lit up the shop of Muhammed Noor, 40, the only place back in business, revealing fruit and vegetables, cabbages the size of basketballs as well as sweets, snacks and a shelf of light bulbs.

— rod nordland, New York Times, "By Light of a Blood Moon, Life Returns to a Bombed-Out Syrian Landscape," 11 Feb. 2018
Lukasz Piszczek fizzed the ball into the box for Schurrle to control and flick underneath the onrushing goalkeeper, giving Dortmund the lead with only his second goal all season.

— SI.com, "Borussia Dortmund 3-2 Atalanta: Late Batshuayi Goal Earns BVB Win in Entertaining UEL Clash," 15 Feb. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of fizz

probably of imitative origin

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First Known Use: 1685

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fizz Synonyms

Synonyms

fizzle, hiss, sizzle, swish, whish, whiz (or whizz);

Related Words

swoosh, wheeze, whistle, whoosh, zip;

bubble, effervesce;

buzz, drone, hum;

fizz

noun

Definition of fizz

1 a : a hissing sound

b : spirit, liveliness

2 : an effervescent beverage

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fizzy

play \ˈfi-zē\ adjective

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Examples of fizz in a Sentence

the characteristic fizz of champagne
All the fizz was gone from their relationship.

Recent Examples of fizz from the Web

Chocolate-cherry-truffle richness meets tongue tingling fizz and earthy smoke.

— william bostwick, WSJ, "Come Over to the Dark (Beer) Side," 23 Mar. 2018
Maybe a gin fizz or anything that has layers to it.

— sophie cannon, BostonGlobe.com, "Claudiane Philippe," 22 Mar. 2018
The lavender and gin fizz cocktail is also a delicious compliment to all three courses.

— jaimie potters, Marie Claire, "Weekend Trip Guide: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore in Marrakech, Morocco," 16 Mar. 2018
Across the country, in once-bustling manufacturing centers, breweries are giving new fizz to sleepy commercial districts.

— c. j. hughes, New York Times, "How Craft Breweries Are Helping to Revive Local Economies," 27 Feb. 2018
To her generation, Italy’s affordable fizz was synonymous with all bubblies.

— Sunset, "The Best Sparkling Wines to Sip Now," 22 Jan. 2018
The Tokyo gin fizz, Gokan says, was the signature cocktail of U.S. soldiers stationed in Tokyo.

— AJC.com, "These 12 cocktails from Himitsu are inspired by the Japanese zodiac," 25 Feb. 2018
Eight regions can now use the term for their fizz; the latest addition is Savoie, in the Alps.

— elin mccoy, Bloomberg.com, "Forget Prosecco: French Crémants Should Be Your Champagne Alternative," 21 Feb. 2018
Gin lovers will flip for this play on the classic fizz that swirls hard pear cider with floral-forward New World Oomaw gin.

— rheanna bellomo, Esquire, "5 Aprés-Ski Cocktails to Warm You Up After a Day on the Slopes," 16 Feb. 2018

First Known Use of fizz

1842

fizz Synonyms

Synonyms

hiss, sizzle, swish, whish, whiz (or whizz);

Related Words

swoosh, wheeze, whistle, whoosh, zip;

sibilance, sibilant;

FIZZ Defined for English Language Learners

fizz

verb

Definition of fizz for English Language Learners

: to make a sound like many small bubbles popping

fizz

noun

Definition of fizz for English Language Learners

: a sound like many small bubbles popping
: energy and liveliness
: a drink with many small bubbles

FIZZ Defined for Kids

fizz

verb \ ˈfiz \

Definition of fizz for Students

fizzed; fizzing

: to make a hissing or bubbling sound

fizz

noun

Definition of fizz for Students

1 : a hissing or bubbling sound

2 : a bubbling drink

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