pizzazz

noun

piz·​zazz pə-ˈzaz 

variants or pizazz

: the quality of being exciting or attractive: such as

a

: glamour

b

: vitality sense 1

pizzazzy adjective

or pizazzy

pə-ˈza-zē 

Synonyms of pizzazz

• appeal
• charm
• attractiveness
• fascination
• glamour
• attraction

Examples of pizzazz in a Sentence

The young actress has a lot of pizzazz.

The song has plenty of pizzazz.

Recent Examples on the Web

Riding on 21-inch alloy wheels, our Lexus RX350h F-Sport tester had exterior pizzazz and looked great with its recent redesign. —Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 19 Mar. 2026

There's also some fun LED light features to add a little pizzazz and illumination to late-night gaming sessions. —Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 14 Mar. 2026

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

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pizzazz

• topaz
• whereas
• as
• has
• jazz