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

Guitarist Adam Turay and trumpeter Ryan Easter both come from the jazzier side of the tracks, the former playing with Afro-R&B group the Narcotix, the latter with more out-there units like WRENS. — Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 23 July 2026

The gallery-like white room, abstract paintings and jazzy soul music provide a classy backdrop. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026

What ensued was a jazzy, loose homage to the album that transformed him from a hustler into a honcho. — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 11 July 2026

Live music, with its jazzy and international flavors, often gathers a ring of boppin’ adults and children. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 7 July 2026

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