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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This small bucket bag can add a touch of style and pizzazz to even the most casual of looks, and with its removable strap, it can be easily switched from a shoulder bag to a crossbody. Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026 Wearability is still the guidepost—sportswear remains the great tradition of American fashion and its truest sartorial legacy—but designers this season seemed to, for the most part, propose adding a bit of pizzazz to the mix. José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026 The two collaborated to turn the classic 189-year-old structure into a sleek, functional space with pops of pizzazz throughout. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026 Childs supplied poetry as well as pizzazz. Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026 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 27 Feb. 2026.

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