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
1
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 notesIn 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
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Word forms
- Plural
- wizzes
- Third person singular
- wizzes
- Past tense
- wizzed
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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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