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pizzazzy

adjective

variants or pizazzy
1
as in stylish
attractively eye-catching in style the couple's coordinated prom outfits are witty and pizzazzy but still tasteful

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2
as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement the dance company put on a well-choreographed and pizzazzy performance

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pizzazzy
  1. stylish
  2. energetic
  3. neat
  4. active
  5. snazzy
  6. animated
  7. fresh
  8. lively
Adjective
  • In Milan, Jennifer Lopez, Pamela Anderson and Jordyn Woods made stylish appearances at Vogue World, while in Los Angeles, Issa Rae and Lauren Graham stunned at Variety’s 2026 Power of Women event.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The New York menswear brand has teamed up with the folks at Bose on an ultra-stylish pair of second-generation QuietComfort Ultra cans, which nabbed the accolade of best noise-canceling headphones in our 2026 Audio Awards.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • The smart money was on the colorful, energetic Sinclair with a ready answer and the catchy acronym.
    — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026
  • But the last two decades have been filled with challenges for McClatchy, whose chain of newspapers across the Central Valley and beyond was once known for its energetic journalism and independent streak.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of energetic
Adjective
  • The banknotes, which were wrapped in cellophane and stacked in neat rows under floor and wall tiles and in hidden drawers in wardrobe closets, were carried out in plastic mop buckets and placed in an armored vehicle.
    — Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026
  • All of them look neat, feature a nifty light bar on the lid that can display charging status, and will get feature updates over 10 years.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of neat
Adjective
  • For those looking to get active, the hotel offers access to golf courses, tennis courts, bike and boat rentals, and access to a nearby fitness facility.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • New York has starter Geno Smith and rookie Cade Kubnik, a fourth-rounder, on its active roster, so Levis would be the third-string quarterback and inactive on game day unless he's promoted from the practice squad.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of active
Adjective
  • On the plus side, the new snazzy ship has made Le Lyrial more affordable in comparison.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Danny Boyle adopts a similar strategy with this snazzy screen adaptation, shot through with kinetic energy, convulsive editing and a liberal sprinkling of post-punk, electro-pop and indie rock that thumbs its nose at period accuracy.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of snazzy
Adjective
  • But that’s all to the good for this rare example of original animated storytelling in a sea of IP and sequels.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Both players are intense and animated competitors, and their fan bases' are fiercely loyal.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of animated
Adjective
  • Then toss a fresh pair of leggings into your cart to wear with popular oversized sweaters, and cute capris for the in-between-temp days.
    — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Venus in your expansive 9th house connects awkwardly with Uranus in your domestic zone, making travel, learning, or a fresh interest feel exciting and slightly disruptive.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of fresh
Adjective
  • Why, those teeming crowds just outside the shows are their own lively scene, filled with exciting, unexpected, and downright inspired takes on what’s happening in fashion.
    — Phil Oh, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Echo Theater Company’s ambitious production brings lively design and a volatile cast to the stage, but an unfocused script and feverish direction overwhelm the story.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of lively
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“Pizzazzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pizzazzy. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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