Definition of Fizzle
Fizzle
Fiz·zle
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To end or fail suddenly and often with a disappointing result
e.g. The firework exploded with a loud fizzle, disappointing the crowd.
(verb)
to fail or end in a weak, feeble, and disappointing way, especially after starting promisingly (often used as "fizzle out");
e.g. She didn't want their plans to fizzle out, so she made an active attempt to sustain them.
(noun)
an unsuccessful effort, a failure;
e.g. The event was a fizzle because of low attendance and participation.
(noun)
a weak hissing, fizzing, or spluttering sound;
e.g. The firecracker gave a fizzle before getting extinguished.
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