buzz
buzz Lexical Profile
buzz Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A low, continuous humming or murmuring sound, made by or similar to that made by an insect.
"The quiet garden was filled with the gentle buzz of honeybees visiting the lavender bushes."
An atmosphere of excitement, lively activity, or widespread rumor and speculation.
"There was a palpable buzz of anticipation in the theater just before the curtain rose."
A sudden feeling of intense pleasure, thrill, or mild intoxication.
"She always gets a tremendous buzz from performing live music in front of an appreciative audience."
• verb
To make a low, continuous humming or vibrating sound like that of a bee.
"A large bumblebee buzzed lazily against the sunny windowpane."
To move quickly, busily, or excitedly from place to place, or to be filled with lively activity.
"The entire campus was buzzing with energy during the first week of the autumn semester."
To signal, summon, or admit someone by pressing an electric buzzer or intercom button.
"The receptionist verified my appointment and buzzed me through the security door."
• Rhymes for buzz
Word Origin & Etymology
Originating in the late 14th century as an onomatopoeic word, 'buzz' directly imitates the low, vibrating sound produced by bees and other flying insects.