Definition

To confuse or impress someone with a showy display or performance.

Example

The magician's tricks were meant to razzle the audience.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that magician at the party last night?

Yeah, he really knew how to razzle the audience with his tricks!

I can't believe how he made that card disappear.

Right? It was like he could razzle anyone with just a wave of his hand!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Razzle → The word 'razzle' is believed to originate from the slang term 'razz', which is a variant of 'razzmatazz', a term used in American English that combines 'razz' (meaning to tease or make fun of) and 'matazz' (meaning showiness or elaborate display). The term conveys a sense of lively excitement or showiness, often associated with entertainment.

Memory Tip

Think of the lively excitement and showiness of a performance when you hear 'razzle' — it captures the essence of teasing and entertaining.

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