adj

buzzy

BUH-zee

Buzzy (adj) means generating a lot of excited public attention. Example: “It was the buzziest show at the festival this year.”

adj

Generating a lot of excited public attention.

"It was the buzziest show at the festival this year."

Making a buzzing sound.

"The amplifier had an annoying buzzy hum."

How to use buzzy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither literally humming, or figuratively creating a lot of talk and hype.

When to use it

The "hype" sense is common in media and marketing writing.

Word forms

buzzier comparative, buzziest superlative

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Rhymes for buzzy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “buzzy” mean?

The word “buzzy” means generating a lot of excited public attention. In plain terms, either literally humming, or figuratively creating a lot of talk and hype.

How do you pronounce “buzzy”?

“Buzzy” is pronounced BUH-zee (/ˈbʌzi/ in IPA).

How do you use “buzzy” in a sentence?

Here is “buzzy” used in a sentence: “The amplifier had an annoying buzzy hum.”

What part of speech is “buzzy”?

“Buzzy” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “buzzy” have?

“Buzzy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: generating a lot of excited public attention.