Words Containing Z
Welcome to the zestiest zone of vocabulary exploration! Dive into a world where words sizzle with zest and zing. Whether you're a puzzle aficionado or just looking to jazz up your lexicon, this page is your gateway to all things zany and zealous. Let's get started on this zigzag adventure!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| zo | 11 | - | - |
| za | 11 | - | - |
| ze | 11 | - | - |
3 letter words
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|---|---|---|---|
| zoo | 12 | the facility where wild animals are housed for exhibition | - |
| zip | 14 | a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab | - |
| zen | 12 | street name for lysergic acid diethylamide | - |
| coz | 14 | - | - |
| biz | 14 | your occupation or line of work | she's in show biz |
| zap | 14 | cook or heat in a microwave oven | - |
| zee | 12 | the 26th letter of the Roman alphabet | the British call Z zed and the Scots call it ezed but Americans call it zee |
| zig | 13 | an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions | - |
| zed | 13 | the 26th letter of the Roman alphabet | the British call Z zed and the Scots call it ezed but Americans call it zee |
| wiz | 15 | someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field | - |
| fez | 15 | a felt cap (usually red) for a man; shaped like a flat-topped cone with a tassel that hangs from the crown | - |
| zit | 12 | a small inflamed elevation of the skin; a pustule or papule; common symptom in acne | - |
| zag | 13 | an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions | - |
| zep | 14 | a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States | - |
| waz | 15 | - | - |
| wuz | 15 | - | - |
| yez | 15 | - | - |
| tiz | 12 | - | - |
| soz | 12 | - | - |
| fiz | 15 | - | - |
| dzo | 13 | - | - |
| jiz | 19 | - | - |
| azo | 12 | relating to or containing the azo radical | - |
| adz | 13 | an edge tool used to cut and shape wood | - |
| caz | 14 | - | - |
| cuz | 14 | - | - |
| bez | 14 | - | - |
| saz | 12 | - | - |
| sez | 12 | - | - |
| poz | 14 | - | - |
| rez | 12 | - | - |
| riz | 12 | - | - |
| luz | 12 | - | - |
| miz | 14 | - | - |
| lez | 12 | - | - |
| moz | 14 | - | - |
| zuz | 21 | - | - |
| zex | 19 | - | - |
| zel | 12 | - | - |
| zek | 16 | - | - |
| zea | 12 | corn | - |
| zax | 19 | - | - |
| zho | 15 | - | - |
| zin | 12 | - | - |
| zzz | 30 | - | - |
| zos | 12 | - | - |
| zol | 12 | - | - |
| zoa | 12 | - | - |
| ziz | 21 | - | - |
| zas | 12 | - | - |
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4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| size | 13 | the actual state of affairs | that's the size of the situation |
| zero | 13 | indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration | a zero score |
| zone | 13 | regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns | - |
| jeez | 20 | - | - |
| lazy | 16 | disinclined to work or exertion | too lazy to wash the dishes |
| jazz | 29 | empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk | don't give me any of that jazz |
| nazi | 13 | a German member of Adolf Hitler's political party | - |
| zack | 19 | - | - |
| buzz | 24 | sound of rapid vibration | the buzz of a bumble bee |
| geez | 14 | - | - |
| gaze | 14 | look at with fixed eyes | - |
| zoom | 15 | rise rapidly | - |
| quiz | 22 | examine someone's knowledge of something | We got quizzed on French irregular verbs |
| cozy | 18 | having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere | had a cozy chat |
| maze | 15 | something jumbled or confused | - |
| haze | 16 | confusion characterized by lack of clarity | - |
| whiz | 19 | make a soft swishing sound | - |
| ritz | 13 | Swiss hotelier who created a chain of elegant hotels (1850-1918) | - |
| zeta | 13 | the 6th letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| bozo | 15 | a man who is a stupid incompetent fool | - |
| fuzz | 25 | uncomplimentary terms for a policeman | - |
| doze | 14 | sleep lightly or for a short period of time | - |
| zulu | 13 | a Bantu language of considerable literary importance in southeastern Africa | - |
| zeal | 13 | prompt willingness | they disliked his zeal in demonstrating his superiority |
| daze | 14 | to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light | - |
| fizz | 25 | become bubbly or frothy or foaming | - |
| putz | 15 | obscene terms for penis | - |
| hazy | 19 | indistinct or hazy in outline | - |
| zinc | 15 | a bluish-white lustrous metallic element; brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; used in a wide variety of alloys and in galvanizing iron; it occurs naturally as zinc sulphide in zinc blende | - |
| chez | 18 | - | - |
| tzar | 13 | a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917) | - |
| zest | 13 | a tart spicy quality | - |
| czar | 15 | a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917) | - |
| zing | 14 | the activeness of an energetic personality | - |
| ooze | 13 | the process of seeping | - |
| raze | 13 | tear down so as to make flat with the ground | - |
| dozy | 17 | half asleep | a tired dozy child |
| oyez | 16 | - | - |
| zona | 13 | (anatomy) any encircling or beltlike structure | - |
| laze | 13 | be idle; exist in a changeless situation | - |
| zany | 16 | a man who is a stupid incompetent fool | - |
| ouzo | 13 | a Greek liquor flavored with anise | - |
| faze | 16 | disturb the composure of | - |
| razz | 22 | harass with persistent criticism or carping | His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie |
| zoon | 13 | - | - |
| riza | 13 | - | - |
| ziti | 13 | medium-sized tubular pasta in short pieces | - |
| fuze | 16 | any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant | - |
| phiz | 18 | the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) | - |
| zein | 13 | - | - |
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5 letter words
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| crazy | 19 | affected with madness or insanity | - |
| pizza | 25 | Italian open pie made of thin bread dough spread with a spiced mixture of e.g. tomato sauce and cheese | - |
| prize | 16 | goods or money obtained illegally | - |
| dozen | 15 | denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units | - |
| booze | 16 | an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented | - |
| dizzy | 27 | lacking seriousness; given to frivolity | a dizzy blonde |
| razor | 14 | edge tool used in shaving | - |
| seize | 14 | take possession of by force, as after an invasion | the invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants |
| fuzzy | 29 | covering with fine light hairs | - |
| waltz | 17 | dance a waltz | - |
| sized | 15 | having a specified size | - |
| plaza | 16 | mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace | a good plaza should have a movie house |
| fritz | 17 | - | - |
| froze | 17 | - | - |
| blaze | 16 | move rapidly and as if blazing | The spaceship blazed out into space |
| hazel | 17 | Australian tree grown especially for ornament and its fine-grained wood and bearing edible nuts | - |
| zebra | 16 | any of several fleet black-and-white striped African equines | - |
| ozone | 14 | a colorless gas (O3) soluble in alkalis and cold water; a strong oxidizing agent; can be produced by electric discharge in oxygen or by the action of ultraviolet radiation on oxygen in the stratosphere (where it acts as a screen for ultraviolet radiation) | - |
| amaze | 16 | be a mystery or bewildering to | - |
| craze | 16 | state of violent mental agitation | - |
| mirza | 16 | - | - |
| graze | 15 | scrape gently | graze the skin |
| gauze | 15 | a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave | - |
| blitz | 16 | a swift and violent military offensive with intensive aerial bombardment | - |
| dazed | 16 | in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock | he had a dazed expression on his face |
| lazar | 14 | a person afflicted with leprosy | - |
| klutz | 18 | (Yiddish) a clumsy dolt | - |
| azure | 14 | a light shade of blue | - |
| gizmo | 17 | something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known | there may be some great new gizmo around the corner that you will want to use |
| gonzo | 15 | conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual | - |
| zloty | 17 | the basic unit of money in Poland | - |
| nazir | 14 | - | - |
| zilch | 19 | a quantity of no importance | I didn't hear zilch about it |
| jazzy | 33 | (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display | - |
| matzo | 16 | brittle flat bread eaten at Passover | - |
| woozy | 20 | having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling | feeling woozy from the blow on his head |
| unzip | 16 | open the zipper of | unzip the bag |
| topaz | 16 | a light brown the color of topaz | - |
| ozzie | 23 | - | - |
| maize | 16 | a strong yellow color | - |
| razed | 15 | torn down and broken up | - |
| zippy | 21 | quick and energetic | - |
| zippo | 18 | a quantity of no importance | - |
| fizzy | 29 | hissing and bubbling | - |
| glaze | 15 | become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance | Her eyes glaze over when she is bored |
| zaire | 14 | a republic in central Africa; achieved independence from Belgium in 1960 | - |
| hamza | 19 | - | - |
| hertz | 17 | the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz) | - |
| spitz | 16 | any of various stocky heavy-coated breeds of dogs native to northern regions having pointed muzzles and erect ears with a curled furry tail | - |
| kazoo | 18 | a toy wind instrument that has a membrane that makes a sound when you hum into the mouthpiece | - |
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6 letter words
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| freeze | 18 | change from a liquid to a solid when cold | Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit |
| frozen | 18 | devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain | a frozen look on their faces |
| brazil | 17 | the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | - |
| breeze | 17 | a slight wind (usually refreshing) | the breeze was cooled by the lake |
| wizard | 19 | possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers | wizard wands |
| zombie | 19 | someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way | - |
| lizzie | 24 | - | - |
| puzzle | 26 | be a mystery or bewildering to | - |
| amazed | 18 | filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock | an amazed audience gave the magician a standing ovation |
| dozens | 16 | a large number or amount | - |
| yakuza | 22 | a Japanese gangster | - |
| lizard | 16 | a man who idles about in the lounges of hotels and bars in search of women who would support him | - |
| amazon | 17 | a large strong and aggressive woman | - |
| buzzer | 26 | a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed | - |
| bronze | 17 | of the color of bronze | - |
| tarzan | 15 | a man raised by apes who was the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs | - |
| zipper | 19 | a fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab | - |
| geezer | 16 | a man who is (usually) old and/or eccentric | - |
| hazard | 19 | take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome | - |
| sneeze | 15 | a symptom consisting of the involuntary expulsion of air from the nose | - |
| crazed | 18 | driven insane | - |
| sleazy | 18 | morally degraded | sleazy characters hanging around casinos |
| zodiac | 18 | a belt-shaped region in the heavens on either side to the ecliptic; divided into 12 constellations or signs for astrological purposes | - |
| frenzy | 21 | state of violent mental agitation | - |
| muzzle | 26 | prevent from speaking out | - |
| gazing | 17 | - | - |
| dazzle | 25 | to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light | She was dazzled by the bright headlights |
| bazaar | 17 | a shop where a variety of goods are sold | - |
| enzyme | 20 | any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions | - |
| glazed | 17 | having a shiny surface or coating | glazed fabrics |
| grazed | 17 | scraped or touched lightly in passing | his grazed and bleeding arm proved he had been in the line of fire |
| banzai | 17 | a Japanese cheer of enthusiasm or triumph | - |
| frizzy | 30 | (of hair) in small tight curls | - |
| blazes | 17 | - | - |
| blazer | 17 | lightweight single-breasted jacket; often striped in the colors of a club or school | - |
| ablaze | 17 | lighted up by or as by fire or flame | forests set ablaze (or afire) by lightning |
| zimmer | 19 | a light enclosing framework (trade name Zimmer) with rubber castors or wheels and handles; helps invalids or the handicapped or the aged to walk | - |
| brazen | 17 | unrestrained by convention or propriety | brazen arrogance |
| boozer | 17 | a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually | - |
| breezy | 20 | abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes | - |
| piazza | 26 | a public square with room for pedestrians | - |
| snooze | 15 | sleep lightly or for a short period of time | - |
| azalea | 15 | any of numerous ornamental shrubs grown for their showy flowers of various colors | - |
| zenith | 18 | the point above the observer that is directly opposite the nadir on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projected | - |
| razzle | 24 | any exciting and complex play intended to confuse (dazzle) the opponent | - |
| zoning | 16 | dividing an area into zones or sections reserved for different purposes such as residence and business and manufacturing etc | - |
| dozing | 17 | - | - |
| oozing | 16 | the process of seeping | - |
| zephyr | 23 | a slight wind (usually refreshing) | - |
| wheeze | 21 | breathe with difficulty | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| amazing | 19 | inspiring awe or admiration or wonder | New York is an amazing city |
| realize | 16 | make real or concrete; give reality or substance to | - |
| squeeze | 25 | to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition | squeeze a lemon |
| citizen | 18 | a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community | - |
| buzzing | 28 | noisy like the sound of a bee | - |
| bizarre | 18 | conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual | restaurants of bizarre design--one like a hat, another like a rabbit |
| freezer | 19 | electric refrigerator (trade name Deepfreeze) in which food is frozen and stored for long periods of time | - |
| horizon | 19 | the great circle on the celestial sphere whose plane passes through the sensible horizon and the center of the Earth | - |
| analyze | 19 | subject to psychoanalytic treatment | I was analyzed in Vienna by a famous psychiatrist |
| seizure | 16 | a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease | he suffered an epileptic seizure |
| mitzvah | 24 | (Judaism) a precept or commandment of the Jewish law | - |
| grizzly | 29 | showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair | - |
| blazing | 19 | shining intensely | the blazing sun |
| crazier | 18 | - | - |
| puzzled | 28 | filled with bewilderment | puzzled that she left without saying goodbye |
| grazing | 18 | the act of grazing | - |
| showbiz | 24 | - | - |
| baptize | 20 | administer baptism to | The parents had the child baptized |
| trapeze | 18 | a swing used by circus acrobats | - |
| gazelle | 17 | small swift graceful antelope of Africa and Asia having lustrous eyes | - |
| seizing | 17 | the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) | - |
| kibbutz | 24 | a collective farm or settlement owned by its members in modern Israel; children are reared collectively | - |
| bazooka | 22 | a portable rocket launcher used by infantrymen as an antitank weapon | - |
| pretzel | 18 | glazed and salted cracker typically in the shape of a loose knot | - |
| dazzled | 27 | having vision overcome temporarily by or as if by intense light | she shut her dazzled eyes against the sun's brilliance |
| boozing | 19 | the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess | - |
| zillion | 16 | a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) | - |
| utilize | 16 | put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose | How do you utilize this tool? |
| zapping | 21 | - | - |
| gazette | 17 | a newspaper or official journal | - |
| seltzer | 16 | effervescent beverage artificially charged with carbon dioxide | - |
| jezebel | 25 | a shameless impudent scheming woman | - |
| buzzard | 28 | the common European short-winged hawk | - |
| bonanza | 18 | a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) | - |
| sizable | 18 | fairly large in size | a sizable fortune |
| drizzle | 26 | very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower | - |
| benzene | 18 | a colorless liquid hydrocarbon; highly flammable; carcinogenic; the simplest of the aromatic compounds | - |
| chorizo | 21 | a spicy Spanish pork sausage | - |
| zipping | 21 | - | - |
| zealous | 16 | marked by active interest and enthusiasm | - |
| crazily | 21 | in an insane manner | he behaves crazily when he is off his medication |
| tzarina | 16 | the wife or widow of a czar | - |
| muezzin | 27 | the Muslim official of a mosque who summons the faithful to prayer from a minaret five times a day | - |
| zoology | 20 | the branch of biology that studies animals | - |
| brazier | 18 | large metal container in which coal or charcoal is burned; warms people who must stay outside for long times | - |
| pizzazz | 45 | the activeness of an energetic personality | - |
| quizzes | 34 | - | - |
| idolize | 17 | love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol | Many teenagers idolized the Beatles |
| capsize | 20 | overturn accidentally | Don't rock the boat or it will capsize! |
| agonize | 17 | suffer agony or anguish | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| realized | 18 | successfully completed or brought to an end | the joy of a realized ambition overcame him |
| magazine | 20 | a business firm that publishes magazines | he works for a magazine |
| freezing | 21 | the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid | - |
| organize | 18 | plan and direct (a complex undertaking) | - |
| memorize | 21 | commit to memory; learn by heart | Have you memorized your lines for the play yet? |
| baptized | 22 | having undergone the Christian ritual of baptism | - |
| blizzard | 29 | a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences | a blizzard of lawsuits |
| dazzling | 28 | shining intensely | dazzling snow |
| analyzed | 21 | examined carefully and methodically; broken down for consideration of constituent parts | the analyzed data indicated surprising trends |
| craziest | 19 | - | - |
| sizzling | 27 | characterized by intense emotion or interest or excitement | sizzling political issues |
| wheezing | 24 | relating to breathing with a whistling sound | - |
| zeppelin | 21 | German inventor who designed and built the first rigid motorized dirigible (1838-1917) | - |
| mobilize | 21 | cause to move around | - |
| kamikaze | 27 | a fighter plane used for suicide missions by Japanese pilots in World War II | - |
| pizzeria | 28 | a shop where pizzas are made and sold | - |
| minimize | 21 | cause to seem less serious; play down | - |
| sneezing | 18 | a symptom consisting of the involuntary expulsion of air from the nose | - |
| tweezers | 20 | - | - |
| utilized | 18 | put to use | - |
| finalize | 20 | make final; put the last touches on; put into final form | let's finalize the proposal |
| puzzling | 29 | not clear to the understanding | - |
| maximize | 28 | make as big or large as possible | - |
| marzipan | 21 | almond paste and egg whites | - |
| laziness | 17 | apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins) | - |
| legalize | 18 | make legal | Marijuana should be legalized |
| paralyze | 22 | cause to be paralyzed and immobile | The poison paralyzed him |
| capsized | 22 | - | - |
| frenzied | 21 | excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion | a frenzied look in his eye |
| colonize | 19 | settle as colonists or establish a colony (in) | The British colonized the East Coast |
| spritzer | 19 | a mixed drink made of wine mixed with a sparkling water | - |
| vaporize | 22 | decrease rapidly and disappear | all my stock assets have vaporized |
| frazzled | 30 | - | - |
| hazelnut | 20 | any of several shrubs or small trees of the genus Corylus bearing edible nuts enclosed in a leafy husk | - |
| sizeable | 19 | fairly large in size | - |
| zucchini | 24 | small cucumber-shaped vegetable marrow; typically dark green | - |
| gazpacho | 25 | a soup made with chopped tomatoes and onions and cucumbers and peppers and herbs; served cold | - |
| guzzling | 28 | the drinking of large mouthfuls rapidly | - |
| idolized | 19 | regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god) | an idolized wife |
| agonized | 19 | expressing pain or agony | agonized screams |
| chutzpah | 27 | (Yiddish) unbelievable gall; insolence; audacity | - |
| unfreeze | 20 | make (assets) available | - |
| ziggurat | 19 | a rectangular tiered temple or terraced mound erected by the ancient Assyrians and Babylonians | - |
| wizardry | 24 | exceptional creative ability | - |
| whizzing | 33 | - | - |
| ebenezer | 19 | - | - |
| bulldoze | 20 | flatten with or as if with a bulldozer | - |
| schmooze | 24 | talk idly or casually and in a friendly way | - |
| schizoid | 23 | of or relating to or characteristic of schizophrenia | - |
| embezzle | 30 | appropriate (as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use | The accountant embezzled thousands of dollars while working for the wealthy family |
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9 letter words
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| apologize | 21 | acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing | I apologized for being late |
| recognize | 21 | express greetings upon meeting someone | - |
| organized | 20 | being a member of or formed into a labor union | organized labor |
| civilized | 24 | having a high state of culture and development both social and technological | terrorist acts that shocked the civilized world |
| paralyzed | 24 | affected with paralysis | - |
| criticize | 22 | find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws | The paper criticized the new movie |
| realizing | 19 | - | - |
| amazingly | 24 | in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise | amazingly, he finished medical school in three years |
| squeezing | 28 | the act of gripping and pressing firmly | - |
| paparazzi | 31 | - | - |
| memorized | 23 | - | - |
| analyzing | 22 | - | - |
| authorize | 21 | give or delegate power or authority to | She authorized her assistant to sign the papers |
| craziness | 20 | foolish or senseless behavior | - |
| emphasize | 25 | to stress, single out as important | Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet |
| visualize | 21 | make visible | With this machine, ultrasound can be visualized |
| stabilize | 20 | make stable and keep from fluctuating or put into an equilibrium | The drug stabilized her blood pressure |
| appetizer | 22 | food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course) | - |
| fantasize | 21 | indulge in fantasies | - |
| hazardous | 22 | involving risk or danger | skydiving is a hazardous sport |
| patronize | 20 | be a regular customer or client of | We patronize this store |
| bulldozer | 21 | large powerful tractor; a large blade in front flattens areas of ground | - |
| dizziness | 28 | a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall | - |
| socialize | 20 | take part in social activities; interact with others | He never socializes with his colleagues |
| hypnotize | 26 | induce hypnosis in | - |
| womanizer | 23 | a man who likes many women and has short sexual relationships with them | - |
| influenza | 21 | an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease | - |
| amazement | 22 | the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising | - |
| agonizing | 20 | extremely painful | - |
| balthazar | 23 | (New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus | - |
| serialize | 18 | arrange serially | - |
| organizer | 19 | a lightweight consumer electronic device that looks like a hand-held computer but instead performs specific tasks; can serve as a diary or a personal database or a telephone or an alarm clock etc. | - |
| oversized | 22 | larger than normal for its kind | - |
| byzantine | 23 | highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious | - |
| summarize | 22 | be a summary of | The abstract summarizes the main ideas in the paper |
| vaporized | 24 | converted into a gas or vapor | - |
| terrorize | 18 | coerce by violence or with threats | - |
| schnitzel | 23 | deep-fried breaded veal cutlets | - |
| finalized | 22 | - | - |
| empathize | 25 | be understanding of | - |
| colonized | 21 | inhabited by colonists | - |
| subsidize | 21 | secure the assistance of by granting a subsidy, as of nations or military forces | - |
| symbolize | 25 | express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol | What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize? |
| sterilize | 18 | make infertile | in some countries, people with genetically transmissible disabilites are sterilized |
| embezzled | 32 | taken for your own use in violation of a trust | the banker absconded with embezzled funds |
| amazonian | 20 | - | - |
| fertilize | 21 | introduce semen into (a female) | - |
| biohazard | 24 | any bacterium or virus or toxin that could be used in biological warfare | - |
| penalized | 21 | - | - |
| lazybones | 23 | a lazy person | - |
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10 letter words
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| recognized | 23 | provided with a secure reputation | a recognized authority |
| authorized | 23 | endowed with authority | - |
| rendezvous | 23 | a date; usually with a member of the opposite sex | - |
| apologized | 23 | - | - |
| organizing | 21 | - | - |
| fertilizer | 22 | any substance such as manure or a mixture of nitrates used to make soil more fertile | - |
| vocalizing | 25 | the act of singing vocal music | - |
| jeopardize | 29 | pose a threat to; present a danger to | - |
| horizontal | 22 | parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line | a horizontal surface |
| hypnotized | 28 | having your attention fixated as though by a spell | - |
| sympathize | 29 | to feel or express sympathy or compassion | - |
| specialize | 23 | evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment | - |
| criticized | 24 | - | - |
| chimpanzee | 28 | intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests | - |
| neutralize | 19 | make chemically neutral | She neutralized the solution |
| stabilized | 22 | made stable or firm | - |
| terrorized | 20 | - | - |
| fertilized | 23 | - | - |
| fantasized | 23 | - | - |
| sterilized | 20 | made infertile | - |
| fossilized | 23 | set in a rigidly conventional pattern of behavior, habits, or beliefs | obsolete fossilized ways |
| mozzarella | 30 | mild white Italian cheese | - |
| pulverized | 25 | consisting of fine particles | pulverized sugar is prepared from granulated sugar by grinding |
| vandalized | 24 | - | - |
| memorizing | 24 | - | - |
| symbolized | 27 | - | - |
| prioritize | 21 | assign a priority to | we have too many things to do and must prioritize |
| downsizing | 24 | the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable | - |
| emphasized | 27 | spoken with emphasis | - |
| mesmerized | 24 | having your attention fixated as though by a spell | - |
| victimized | 27 | (of persons) taken advantage of | - |
| subsidized | 23 | having partial financial support from public funds | lived in subsidized public housing |
| generalize | 20 | speak or write in generalities | - |
| capitalize | 23 | supply with capital, as of a business by using a combination of capital used by investors and debt capital provided by lenders | - |
| stabilizer | 21 | a device for making something stable | - |
| appetizing | 24 | appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma | - |
| blitzkrieg | 26 | a swift and violent military offensive with intensive aerial bombardment | - |
| publicized | 26 | made known; especially made widely known | - |
| categorize | 22 | place into or assign to a category | Children learn early on to categorize |
| reorganize | 20 | organize anew | We must reorganize the company if we don't want to go under |
| antagonize | 20 | provoke the hostility of | Don't antagonize your boss |
| fraternize | 22 | be on friendly terms with someone, as if with a brother, especially with an enemy | - |
| demoralize | 22 | corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality | - |
| schmoozing | 27 | - | - |
| legalizing | 21 | - | - |
| brutalized | 22 | - | - |
| mechanized | 27 | equipped with machinery | a mechanized factory |
| synthesize | 25 | combine so as to form a more complex, product | his operas synthesize music and drama in perfect harmony |
| summarized | 24 | - | - |
| womanizing | 25 | - | - |
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Welcome to the zesty world of words featuring the letter Z, where language takes on a unique twist! Words containing Z are like linguistic fireworks, bursting with personality and flair. Whether it's the snazzy "pizzazz" or the buzzing "jazz," these words bring a special melody to our conversations. They often signal excitement, surprise, or mystique, inviting us to explore their meanings and pronunciations. In this article, we'll dive into the significance of these words, uncover some popular examples, and even explore how they can score big in games like Scrabble and Wordle. Get ready for a whirlwind tour of some of the most intriguing and entertaining words that boast the letter Z!
About words containing Z
The letter Z may be one of the last in the alphabet, but it holds a prime spot when it comes to adding zest to language. In English, Z is less common than other consonants, making its appearance in words all the more impactful. It often adds a dynamic punch to word formation, creating sounds that are sharp, buzzy, or even soft, depending on its placement. For instance, the Z in "zebra" offers a smooth start, while in "buzz," it creates a thrilling end. The strategic use of Z can transform a mundane word into something vibrant and memorable, emphasizing the importance of its role in linguistic expression.
Positioning of the letter Z within a word can significantly alter its pronunciation and meaning. A beginning Z, as in "zany," tends to set a lively tone from the start. When nestled in the middle, like in "amazing," it often serves as the core that ties syllables together with a sonic zing. At the end, as seen in "blitz," Z packs a final punch, leaving a lasting impression. This versatility makes Z an exciting element in word crafting, ensuring each Z-laden word has its own distinct character and voice.
Popular word examples
The letter Z is a superstar in the world of words, and here are ten examples that showcase its charm:
Pizzazz
- Definition: An attractive combination of vitality and glamour.
- Example in a Sentence: Her outfit was full of pizzazz, drawing everyone's attention at the party.
- Fun Fact: "Pizzazz" entered the English lexicon in the 1930s and is sometimes spelled "pizazz."
Jazz
- Definition: A genre of music characterized by swing and blue notes.
- Example in a Sentence: The jazz band played an upbeat tune that got everyone dancing.
- Fun Fact: Jazz originated in the African American communities of New Orleans in the late 19th century.
Zany
- Definition: Amusingly unconventional and idiosyncratic.
- Example in a Sentence: The comedian's zany antics had the audience in stitches.
- Fun Fact: The word "zany" comes from a character type in Italian commedia dell'arte theater known for being comical and foolish.
Quiz
- Definition: A test of knowledge, especially as a competition.
- Example in a Sentence: We had a pop quiz in history class today.
- Fun Fact: The origin of "quiz" is uncertain, but it has been used since the late 18th century.
Cozy
- Definition: Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.
- Example in a Sentence: We spent the afternoon in a cozy café sipping hot chocolate.
- Fun Fact: "Cozy" is often spelled "cosy" in British English.
Blizzard
- Definition: A severe snowstorm with strong winds.
- Example in a Sentence: The blizzard left several feet of snow in its wake.
- Fun Fact: The term "blizzard" was first used to describe a snowstorm in the 1870s.
Zigzag
- Definition: A line or course having abrupt alternate right and left turns.
- Example in a Sentence: The mountain road zigzagged up to the summit.
- Fun Fact: "Zigzag" was borrowed from the French word "zigzag" in the early 18th century.
Mazel
- Definition: Luck; fortune.
- Example in a Sentence: He wished me mazel tov on my wedding day.
- Fun Fact: "Mazel" is derived from Hebrew and Yiddish, often used in the phrase "mazel tov."
Daze
- Definition: To make someone unable to think or react properly.
- Example in a Sentence: The unexpected news left her in a daze.
- Fun Fact: "Daze" can also refer to a state of confusion or bewilderment.
Buzz
- Definition: A low, continuous humming or murmuring sound.
- Example in a Sentence: The buzz of the bees was soothing as we sat in the garden.
- Fun Fact: "Buzz" is an example of onomatopoeia, where the word imitates the sound it represents.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble aficionados, words containing Z are golden tickets to high scores. Here are some top-notch choices:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 22 | A test of knowledge. |
| Jazz | 33 | A genre of music characterized by swing and blue notes. |
| Buzz | 24 | A low, continuous humming sound. |
| Fizz | 25 | To make a hissing or bubbling sound. |
| Frenzy | 21 | A state of uncontrolled excitement or wild behavior. |
| Blaze | 16 | A very large or fiercely burning fire. |
| Zilch | 17 | Nothing; zero. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts know the power of a well-chosen word. Here are some five-letter words containing Z that can help you win the game:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Blaze | A very large or fiercely burning fire. |
| Crazy | Wildly out of control; extremely enthusiastic. |
| Fuzzy | Having a frizzy texture or appearance. |
| Prize | Something given as a reward. |
| Hazel | A light brown or yellowish-brown color. |
| Glaze | To overlay or cover with a smooth, shiny coating. |
| Amazed | Greatly surprised or impressed. |
Unusual and rare word examples
For those who love linguistic oddities, here are some rare and unusual words containing Z:
Zibeline
- Definition: A soft, lustrous wool fabric made from the undercoat of animals such as the sable.
- Interesting Fact: The word "zibeline" is derived from the French word for sable, an animal prized for its fur.
- Example in a Sentence: She wore a zibeline coat that shimmered in the sunlight.
Zugzwang
- Definition: A situation in chess where one player is forced to make a move that will worsen their position.
- Interesting Fact: "Zugzwang" comes from German, where "zug" means move and "zwang" means compulsion.
- Example in a Sentence: The player found himself in zugzwang, with no good moves left.
Zephyr
- Definition: A gentle, mild breeze.
- Interesting Fact: "Zephyr" originates from Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind.
- Example in a Sentence: A zephyr blew through the open window, rustling the curtains.
Zyzzyva
- Definition: A genus of tropical American weevils.
- Interesting Fact: "Zyzzyva" is often cited as the last word in many English dictionaries.
- Example in a Sentence: The zyzzyva is a type of beetle found in South America.
Zymurgy
- Definition: The study or practice of fermentation in brewing, winemaking, or distilling.
- Interesting Fact: "Zymurgy" combines the Greek word "zyme," meaning "leaven," with "ergon," meaning "work."
- Example in a Sentence: His passion for craft beer led him to study zymurgy.
Final words
Words containing the letter Z add an undeniable spark to our language, enriching our vocabulary with their vibrant sounds and meanings. From everyday terms to high-scoring Scrabble champions and peculiar rarities, these words invite us to play with language and explore its fascinating depths. Whether you're a linguist, a gamer, or just someone who loves words, there's always room for a little more zest in your lexicon!
