Snazzy

adj. joyful, energetic playful

What it means

Stylish and conspicuously lively in a fresh, informal way.

Reach for it when praising clothing, design, or presentation whose flair is meant to be noticed

A snazzy orange lining gave the plain coat a private flash of color.

Words to choose between 6

By register, from playful at the top to literary at the bottom. Tap a word to see when it fits.
playful
warm
professional
formal
literary
  • playful

    flashy

    Fits when conspicuous brightness is factual rather than fully approving

    Careful Flashy often criticizes display that lacks substance.

  • playful

    spiffy

    Fits when fresh neat appearance deserves breezy praise

    Careful Spiffy emphasizes smart tidiness more than bold distinction.

  • warm

    stylish

    Fits when good taste is the broad and neutral compliment

    Careful Stylish can be quiet and restrained, whereas snazzy calls attention to flair.

  • professional

    eye-catching

    Fits when attracting visual attention is the measurable effect

    Careful Something eye-catching may be ugly, alarming, or difficult to use.

  • formal

    chic

    Fits when fashionable elegance feels sophisticated

    Careful Chic is cooler and less exuberant than snazzy.

  • literary

    dapper

    Fits when neat, lively dress gives a person polished charm

    Careful Dapper is traditionally masculine and slightly old-fashioned.

Opposites 3

  • drab
  • dowdy
  • plain

Common phrases 3

  • snazzy outfit

    Her snazzy outfit combined a vintage suit with bright trainers.

  • snazzy design

    The snazzy design kept its boldest color for the important controls.

  • look snazzy

    The repaired bicycle will look snazzy after its new brass bell arrives.

Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Naomi Persephone Amethyst, American accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Updated