schmooze
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for schmooze, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To chat in a friendly, informal way, often to network or gain favor.
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Informal; often used slightly disapprovingly, implying the friendliness is calculated.
Etymology
From Yiddish shmues ("talk, chat"), from Hebrew shemu'ot ("rumors, news").
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What does “schmooze” mean?
The word “schmooze” means to chat in a friendly, informal way, often to network or gain favor. In plain terms, making friendly small talk, often with an eye toward a favor or business advantage.
How do you pronounce “schmooze”?
“Schmooze” is pronounced shmooz (/ʃmuːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “schmooze” in a sentence?
Here is “schmooze” used in a sentence: “After the meeting there was time for a quick schmooze over coffee.”
What part of speech is “schmooze”?
Depending on how it is used, “schmooze” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “schmooze” come from?
The word “schmooze” comes from Hebrew. From Yiddish shmues ("talk, chat"), from Hebrew shemu'ot ("rumors, news").
How many meanings does “schmooze” have?
“Schmooze” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to chat in a friendly, informal way, often to network or gain favor.