buzzier; buzziest
1
: making a buzz
a buzzy sound
… the buzzy song of a golden-winged warbler …—Wayne Petersen
2
informal : characterized by a buzz of activity
The feel on the street is a buzzy mix of city purposefulness and communal ease …—Andrew McCarthy
3
informal : causing or characterized by a lot of speculative or excited talk or attention : generating buzz (see buzz entry 2 sense 2e)
a buzzy new restaurant owned by a celebrity chef

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Plus the Netflix binge model means buzzy hits can really move the needle only on subs and advertising revenue for a month or two. — Josef Adalian, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026 During the show, there will also be a roster of buzzy musical guests, including live performances from Katseye, Tate McRae, Megan Maroney, and Megan Thee Stallion. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2026 Whether those buzzy projects achieve breakout status, Netflix’s new attention toward theatrical is a win for exhibitors, who are already celebrating the biggest post-COVID year at the box office. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 18 Oct. 2026 Participating cultural institutions and nonprofits include buzzy landmarks like the Guggenheim, the Met, and the Whitney, as well as more intimate spots such as White Columns, Fountain House Gallery, and Vilcek Foundation. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for buzzy

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of buzzy was in 1842

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“Buzzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/buzzy. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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