Definition of Faze
Quick Meaning of Faze
To make someone feel confused, worried, or less confident about something.
Detailed Definition of Faze
To disturb or disconcert someone, making them lose confidence.
How to Pronounce Faze
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Rhymes with 'maze' and 'blaze'. Stress the single syllable: /feɪz/.
Watch out: Sometimes confused with 'phase' which is pronounced the same but spelled differently.
Origin and Etymology of Faze
From phase (to disturb), 1680s American origin.
How to Use Faze in a Sentence
Each example shows “faze” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The critic's harsh review did not faze the young artist.”
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“Nothing seems to faze her when she's focused on her goal.”
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“Bad weather won't faze our camping trip this weekend.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Faze
Common Synonyms for Faze
Smart Synonyms for Faze — When to Use Each
- disturb
- broader term for any form of interruption
- unsettle
- to make someone feel anxious or uncomfortable
- bother
- milder when something causes only minor annoyance
Antonyms of Faze
Common Collocations with Faze
These phrases pair with “faze” in everyday English:
- nothing fazes someone
- faze by criticism
- easily fazed
Common Mistakes When Using Faze
Even fluent speakers slip up with “faze”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The comment didn't phase her confidence.
- ✓ Correct: The comment didn't faze her confidence.
- Why: faze (disturb) not phase (stage); homophones with different meanings
- ✗ Wrong: Nothing will faze on his plans.
- ✓ Correct: Nothing will faze his determination.
- Why: faze is transitive (affects someone/something), not used with 'on'
Words Confused With Faze
- Faze vs Phase: phase means a stage or period; faze means to disturb or upset Compare →
Other Forms of Faze
- Verb: faze
Frequently Asked Questions About Faze
What is the meaning of "Faze"?
To make someone feel confused, worried, or less confident about something.
How do you pronounce "Faze"?
The IPA is /feɪz/. Rhymes with 'maze' and 'blaze'. Stress the single syllable: /feɪz/.
What part of speech is "Faze"?
"Faze" is a verb at B1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Faze"?
Common synonyms include disturb, disconcert, unsettle.
How do you use "Faze" in a sentence?
For example: "The critic's harsh review did not faze the young artist."