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FIZZ The bubbling or hissing sound of gas escaping from a liquid; effervescence in a carbonated drink.
25
Points in Scrabble
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Fizz refers to the effervescence or bubbling in carbonated beverages, created by dissolved carbon dioxide escaping as gas. The term captures both the visual effect of rising bubbles and the distinctive hissing or crackling sound they produce.
As a verb, fizz describes the action of producing bubbles or making a hissing sound. Beyond beverages, it can describe any similar effect, from chemical reactions to fireworks. The word's onomatopoetic nature makes it instantly recognizable across languages.
In Scrabble, FIZZ is a powerful 4-letter word with two Z's, making it one of the highest-scoring short words available. Its double Z configuration is rare in English, making it a memorization priority for competitive players.
Fizz has expanded beyond literal bubbling to describe energy, excitement, or liveliness. Something might 'fizz with excitement' or 'lose its fizz' when becoming dull. The word captures a sense of effervescent energy that transcends its liquid origins.
The word 'fizz' emerged in the 1660s as an imitative (onomatopoetic) word, designed to sound like the hissing of bubbles escaping from liquid. It's related to similar sound-words like 'fizzle' (which originally meant the same thing). The word gained popularity with the rise of carbonated beverages in the 19th century.
Words with similar meaning
BUBBLE
Form gas bubbles
EFFERVESCE
Give off bubbles
SPARKLE
Bubble actively
FOAM
Form frothy bubbles
Words with opposite meaning
FLAT
Without carbonation
STILL
Non-carbonated
STALE
Lost carbonation
Plural Form
fizzes
Related Terms
Become flat or dull
Gradually stop bubbling
Classic cocktail
Total base points: 25 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 1 | Consonants: 3
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"The champagne's fizz tickled her nose as she took the first sip."
"The science experiment began to fizz when we added vinegar to baking soda."
"Playing FIZZ with both Z's on premium squares scored 52 points."
Fizz embodies celebration and refreshment in popular culture. From champagne toasts to soda advertisements, the sound and sight of fizz signals special moments and simple pleasures. The word's playful sound has made it a favorite in marketing, from 'Fizzy Lifting Drinks' in fiction to real beverage brands.
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