fizz
5 synonyms for fizz, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stream of small bubbles, or the hissing sound they make.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A stream of small bubbles, or the hissing sound they make.
“The fizz died down once the bottle had been open a while.”
2. verb
To produce a stream of small bubbles with a hissing sound.
“The tablet fizzed as it dissolved in the water.”
How to use fizz
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a glass of fizz
fizz out
Etymology
An imitative word, formed to mimic the hissing sound it describes.
Full origin of fizz →Frequently asked questions
What does “fizz” mean?
The word “fizz” means a stream of small bubbles, or the hissing sound they make. In plain terms, bubbles and the hissing sound they make, or a fizzy drink like champagne.
How do you pronounce “fizz”?
“Fizz” is pronounced fihz (/fɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “fizz” in a sentence?
Here is “fizz” used in a sentence: “The fizz died down once the bottle had been open a while.”
What part of speech is “fizz”?
Depending on how it is used, “fizz” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “fizz” have?
“Fizz” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a stream of small bubbles, or the hissing sound they make.
Related words
fizz-buzz
