fizzle

[ˈfɪz.əl]

fizzle Definition

• 1. to gradually end or become less successful
• 2. to make a hissing or sputtering sound

Using fizzle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fizzle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The party started out great but fizzled out after midnight.

• Example

  The fireworks fizzled and died out before they could reach the sky.

• Example

  The company's new product launch fizzled due to poor marketing.

• Example

  Their relationship fizzled after only a few dates.

fizzle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fizzle

• fail
• collapse
• disappoint
• flounder
• misfire

Antonyms for fizzle

• succeed
• thrive
• prosper

Phrases with fizzle

• fizzle out

  to gradually end or disappear

  Example

  The excitement of the crowd fizzled out as the game went on.

• fizzle with anger

  to express anger in a weak or ineffective way

  Example

  He tried to argue with me, but his words just fizzled with anger.

• fizzle into nothing

  to end without any significant result or outcome

  Example

  The negotiations between the two countries fizzled into nothing.

Origins of fizzle

origin uncertain, possibly related to 'fist' or 'fistula'

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Summary: fizzle in Brief

'Fizzle' [ˈfɪz.əl] means to gradually end or become less successful, often with a hissing or sputtering sound. It can refer to events, relationships, or products, as in 'The party started out great but fizzled out after midnight.' 'Fizzle' is also used in phrases like 'fizzle out,' meaning to gradually end or disappear, and 'fizzle with anger,' meaning to express anger in a weak or ineffective way.