whizzbang

/ˈhwɪzbæŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A thing, especially a military device, that produces a sudden, loud noise; a firework.

“The fireworks display ended with a whizzbang that lit up the entire sky.”

2. noun

Something that is impressive or exciting.

“The new rollercoaster was the whizzbang of the amusement park.”

3. verb

To make a sudden, loud noise, typically with a device that produces a loud report.

“The kids whizzbang the firecrackers on New Year’s Eve.”

Synonyms

  • bang
  • bomb
  • explosion
  • firework

Antonyms

  • quiet
  • silence