Pizzazz

/pɪˈzæz/ noun

Definition

Energy, excitement, and style; an attractive combination of liveliness and panache that makes something or someone stand out.

Etymology

American slang of uncertain origin, possibly imitative or from 'jazz,' first appearing in the 1950s. The 'zz' sound mimics excitement and dynamism.

Kelly Says

Pizzazz is a word that sounds like what it means—those double z's buzz with energy, and it perfectly captures 1950s American optimism when people wanted everything from car designs to personality to have that new, exciting 'pizzazz' factor.

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