pizzazz

noun

piz·​zazz pə-ˈzaz How to pronounce pizzazz (audio)
variants or pizazz
Synonyms of pizzazznext
: the quality of being exciting or attractive: such as
a
pizzazzy adjective
or pizazzy

Examples of pizzazz in a Sentence

The young actress has a lot of pizzazz. The song has plenty of pizzazz.
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Maybe these veggie-packed, nutrient-dense bowls would have enough protein and flavor pizzazz to satisfy both my energy needs and my palate. Lizzy Briskin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Dec. 2025 Poetry in motion, with pizzazz. Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 19 Dec. 2025 Brightly colored marigold flowers add pizzazz to drab veggie beds while gardeners await mouth-watering harvests of tomatoes and other crops. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2025 Zeagoo Loose Crewneck Sweater Polka dots are a great way to add a little pizzazz to a holiday sweater while still keeping the overall look more sophisticated. Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pizzazz

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pizzazz was in 1937

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“Pizzazz.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pizzazz. Accessed 25 Dec. 2025.

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