fizz

1 of 2

verb

ˈfiz 

fizzed; fizzing; fizzes

intransitive verb

1

: to make a hissing or sputtering sound : effervesce

2

: to show excitement or exhilaration

fizz

2 of 2

noun

1

a

: a hissing sound

b

: spirit, liveliness

2

: an effervescent beverage

fizzy

ˈfi-zē 

adjective

Synonyms of fizz

Verb

• hiss
• bubble

Noun

• whistle
• sizzle
• zip

Examples of fizz in a Sentence

Verb

soda pop fizzing in the glass

Noun

the characteristic fizz of champagne

All the fizz was gone from their relationship.

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Concierge Peter Buday and his team are the standouts, fizzing with advice and information—about where to find the best bars, and other discoveries. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Looking after the ball is one thing, but Tielemans acts as the catalyst for his side’s attacking sequences — fizzing passes forward to disrupt the opposition’s shape and feed the most creative players in the team. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 July 2026

Noun

Green tea extract adds a touch of fine tannin, and the wine is gently saturated with CO2 for a persistent fizz. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026

Earlier that same day, Brittany had shared the Mahomes family’s efforts at making a bottle of Coca-Cola fizz up into a fountain. — Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Verb

probably of imitative origin

First Known Use

Verb

1685, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for fizz

• biz
• his
• is
• quiz
• riz
• tis
• whiz
• whizz
• wiz
• chandeliers
• nowise

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Kids Definition

fizz

1 of 2 verb

ˈfiz 

: to make a hissing or sputtering sound

fizz

2 of 2 noun

1

: a hissing sound

2

: a bubbling drink

fizzy

ˈfiz-ē 

adjective