PIZZAZZ Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

pizzazz

noun

pə-ˈzaz

variants or pizazz

Definition of pizzazz

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

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Noun

Stories about the British Royal Family have enduring international appeal.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
Just suffice it to say that both of their projects have broad cross-generational appeal, although Dean’s timeless grooves might be more squarely in the pocket for older voters, whereas Rodrigo has a dad-rock factor going for her.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of appeal

Noun

Even on busy weekends, the staff are perfectly primed to welcome guests with Southern charm and efficiency.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
It’s paired with Frame’s signature Ritz Cigarette, a low-rise, slim silhouette in a dark indigo wash, finished with pocket embroidery and a removable gold charm keepsake chain featuring hotel emblems.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of charm

Noun

From screenwriter Dan Gilroy and director Joseph Kosinski, Miami Vice ’85 explores the glamour and corruption of mid-1980s Miami in an all-new version of Miami Vice.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026
For several generations of luxury buyers, Saks was the arbiter of elegance, glamour, and impeccably good taste.

— Rachel Felder, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of glamour

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