Fizz
(verb)
- To make a hissing or bubbling sound, as of a carbonated drink.
- To become less active or lively.
Origin:
The origin of this word is uncertain, first recorded in the early 18th century and it is probably imitative of the sound made by carbonated liquids.
Examples:
- The soda fizzed in the glass.
- The party fizzed out after an hour.
- The enthusiasm for the project fizzed as the deadline approached.
- The stock market fizzed in the last quarter.
- The champagne fizzed as it was poured into the glasses.