Synonyms for

Pizza

Verb / ˈpi:tsʌ / Another word for pizza — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pizza is a type of food that is made with dough, tomato sauce, and cheese, and then baked in an oven. It is often topped with other ingredients like vegetables, meats, or fruits.

Synonyms & similar words

pizzapie pie za slice flatbread Margherita Neapolitan Sicilian wood-fired calzone

Synonyms by register

Formal

flatbread savory pie baked dish

Informal

pie slice za

Literary

culinary disc edible canvas

Antonyms

fast food snack appetizer dessert salad soup

Common collocations

  • pepperoni pizza
  • cheese pizza
  • pizza delivery
  • pizza oven
  • pizza box
  • pizza sauce
  • pizza dough

Word family

noun pizza
verb pizzaiolo

Usage note

While 'pizza' is a loanword from Italian, it is widely adopted and understood in English. It is primarily used as a noun referring to the dish itself or a slice of it.

Example sentences

  1. I love to eat pizza with my friends on Friday nights.
  2. My favorite pizza toppings are pepperoni and mushrooms.
  3. My mom makes homemade pizza from scratch.
  4. I ordered a large pepperoni pizza for delivery.
  5. Pizza is one of the most popular foods in America.

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