Fail, end weakly, especially after a hopeful beginning. For example, The enthusiasm for reform has fizzled out in this state. The word fizzle dates from the early 1500s and meant “to break wind without making noise.”

What is fizzled mean?

(Entry 1 of 2) intransitive verb. 1 : fizz. 2 : to fail or end feebly especially after a promising start —often used with out.

What does it mean to outlive?

transitive verb. 1 : to live beyond or longer than outlived most of his friends outlive its usefulness. 2 : to survive the effects of universities … outlive many political and social changes— J. B. Conant.