adj
fizzy
FIH-zee
Fizzy (adj) means containing carbon dioxide bubbles; sparkling. Example: “She prefers fizzy water to still.”
adj
1
Containing carbon dioxide bubbles; sparkling.
"Fizzy drinks are also known as carbonated beverages."
"She prefers fizzy water to still."
"The fizzy drink went flat after being left open overnight."
How to use fizzy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBubbly, carbonated — like soda or sparkling water.
UK vs US
British English commonly says "fizzy drink" where American English tends to say "soda" or "pop."
Common pairings
fizzy drink
fizzy water
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Word forms
- Plural
- fizzies
- Comparative
- fizzier
- Superlative
- fizziest
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She prefers _____ water to still.
Etymology
From "fizz" plus the adjective suffix "-y."
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Rhymes for fizzy
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What does “fizzy” mean?
The word “fizzy” means containing carbon dioxide bubbles; sparkling. In plain terms, bubbly, carbonated — like soda or sparkling water.
How do you pronounce “fizzy”?
“Fizzy” is pronounced FIH-zee (/ˈfɪzi/ in IPA).
How do you use “fizzy” in a sentence?
Here is “fizzy” used in a sentence: “She prefers fizzy water to still.”
What is another word for “fizzy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “fizzy” include sparkling and carbonated.
What part of speech is “fizzy”?
“Fizzy” is an adjective.
