pizzazz

noun

pə-ˈzaz How to pronounce pizzazz (audio)
variants or pizazz
Definition of pizzazznext
as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction he doesn't have the pizzazz to be a leading man in the movies

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Recent Examples of pizzazz And when they are baked the berries that are stirred into the batter bring additional sweetness and pizzazz. — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 25 Aug. 2026 Danielsen Lie was cast as Philip, who outpaces his best friend in the pursuit of literary success only to unravel with equal pizzazz. — Sophie Monks Kaufman, IndieWire, 12 Aug. 2026 This isn’t a wearable designed to be under the spotlight, and therefore low weight is more important than design pizzazz. — Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 Mextly Couzin’s lighting ushers in old-fashioned Broadway pizzazz when needed. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pizzazz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pizzazz
  1. appeal
  2. charm
  3. attractiveness
  4. fascination
  5. glamour
  6. attraction
Noun
  • The ban remains in force, with the Supreme Court scheduled to hear a further appeal early next month.
    — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
  • In the appeal, the Cubs will be ready to counter these and other potential arguments.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • But, for me, the softer spotlight on HABIBTI has been part of its charm all along — and highlights the risk in releasing three albums at once.
    — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Classic loafers and chunky socks lean into the slightly offbeat charm.
    — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of charm
Noun
  • On the other hand, higher Fed rates typically bolster the attractiveness of dollar assets, exerting depreciation pressure on local currencies.
    — , CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The rankings were based on student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Noun
  • But spectators may come for the theater of death itself, drawn by fascination with what human beings can do to one another.
    — Maurizio Valsania, The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The design also nods to Schlumberger’s fascination with textiles.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of fascination
Noun
  • For glam, the actress’ hair was styled with a side part and coiffed in an homage to Old Hollywood glamour by stylist Renato Campora, with makeup by artist Hung Vanngo.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
  • At that time of ‘50s postwar glamour, the Roman jeweler was rapidly growing in popularity, with the Via Condotti boutique welcoming the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton and Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of glamour
Noun
  • Next weekend should offer a clearer picture of whether Universal has created another enduring genre attraction or simply convinced millions of people to show up for an exceptionally good commercial.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Brother Save Us) are set to star in Spaceship Earth, the new Disney+ pilot inspired by the Disney World EPCOT attraction of the same name.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of attraction

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“Pizzazz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pizzazz. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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