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Fritz

Verb / frɪts / Another word for fritz — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'fritz' refers to a broken or malfunctioning electronic device, especially a computer.

Synonyms & similar words

malfunction fault glitch breakdown defect failure crash bug trouble hiccup snag blip disruption inoperable nonfunctional defective damaged broken faulty

Synonyms by register

Formal

malfunction fail break down

Informal

break bust conk out go kaput die

Antonyms

work function operate perform succeed thrive

Common collocations

  • go fritz
  • fritz out
  • frotz the system
  • frotz the hard drive
  • frotz the engine
  • frotz the electronics

Word family

verb fritz

Usage note

Primarily used informally to describe something ceasing to function, often suddenly. It is rarely used in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. 1. My computer is in a fritz and won't turn on.
  2. 2. The TV started acting up and now the screen is all fritz.
  3. 3. I dropped my phone and now the screen is cracked, it's a fritz.
  4. 4. The printer is always in a fritz and never works properly.
  5. 5. The car's engine is making strange noises, it might be in a fritz.

Quotes

  • 1. 'My computer crashed and now it's in a fritz.' - Anonymous
  • 2. 'The TV is on the fritz again, I need to get it fixed.' - John Doe
  • 3. 'My phone is acting weird, it might be in a fritz.' - Jane Smith

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