fizzle

/ˈfɪzəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a faint hissing or bubbling sound, typically due to the escape of gas; to lose energy or effectiveness

“The firework fizzled out before it could reach the sky.”

2. noun

the sound made by escaping gas, a faint hissing or bubbling sound

“The fizzle of the soda was annoying.”

Synonyms

  • bubble
  • fizz
  • sputter

Antonyms

  • roar
  • sizzle