jazz

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Noun

jazzSingular
1

A genre of music originating in the African-American communities of New Orleans, characterized by improvisation, syncopated rhythms, and a strong beat.

My grandfather loves listening to jazz music.

2

Liveliness, excitement, or flashy style.

The party needed more jazz to get everyone excited.

3

Miscellaneous things; stuff (informal).

I need to pack my clothes, books, and all that jazz.

Synonym

Verb

jazzInfinitive
jazzPresent tense
jazzedPast tense
jazzedPast participle
jazzingPresent participle
jazzesThird-person singular
1

To play or dance to jazz music.

We jazzed all night at the club.

2

To make something more lively, interesting, or exciting (usually with 'up').

She jazzed up her presentation with colorful images.