Meaning & Definition of word "Fizz"

Fizz

/fɪz/

noun:

  • 1. a hissing or bubbling sound, especially from effervescence.
    • Example: I could hear the fizz of the soda as I poured it into my cup.
  • 2. a carbonated drink or the foamy head that develops when it is poured.
    • Example: I prefer drinks with a good fizz to keep them refreshing.

verb:

  • 1. to make a hissing or bubbling sound, as when gas escapes or a liquid effervesces.
    • Example: The soda can began to fizz as I popped it open.
  • 2. to produce bubbles or gas, as in a carbonated beverage.
    • Example: Champagne fizzes when it's poured into a glass.
  • 3. to become exciting or lively in a sudden or intense manner.
    • Example: The party really started to fizz once the live band began playing.

Etymology

Imitative of the sound of gas escaping or bubbling.

Common Phrases and Expressions

give a fizz:

To activate or make something lively.

fizz out:

To gradually decrease in intensity or enthusiasm.

Related Words

effervescence:

The bubbles in a liquid.

carbonation:

The process of dissolving carbon dioxide in a liquid.

Slang Meanings of fizz

Meaning: Excitement or energy about something.

Example Sentence: The team brought a lot of fizz to the game.

Meaning: A lively or energetic person.

Example Sentence: She's full of fizz at all the parties.