Whiz
4 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To move or pass rapidly with a soft hissing or swishing sound.
“The arrow whizzed past his ear and struck the target behind him.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/wɪz/
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Wordle
W-H-I-Z has the high-value Z in the final position, which narrows guesses quickly
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Scrabble
Z scores 10 points, making WHIZ worth 16 points and an excellent short play
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