noun Uncommon

wiz

wihz

Wiz (noun) means someone remarkably skilled or talented at something, especially informally. Example: “She's a total wiz with spreadsheets.”

noun

Someone remarkably skilled or talented at something, especially informally.

"She's a total wiz with spreadsheets."

"He's a computer wiz who fixed the server in minutes."

How to use wiz

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn informal word for someone who is exceptionally good at something.

When to use it

Informal; common in phrases like "a math wiz" or "a tech wiz."

Common pairings

a tech wiz a math wiz a marketing wiz

Word forms

wizzed past tense, wizzes plural, wizzes singular

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Etymology

A shortened form of wizard.

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wiz” mean?

The word “wiz” means someone remarkably skilled or talented at something, especially informally. In plain terms, an informal word for someone who is exceptionally good at something.

How do you pronounce “wiz”?

“Wiz” is pronounced wihz (/wɪz/ in IPA).

How do you use “wiz” in a sentence?

Here is “wiz” used in a sentence: “She's a total wiz with spreadsheets.”

What part of speech is “wiz”?

“Wiz” is a noun.

Is “wiz” a common word?

“Wiz” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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