dazzle
Americanverb (used with object)
verb (used without object)
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to shine or reflect brilliantly.
gems dazzling in the sunlight.
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to be overpowered by light.
Her eyes dazzled in the glare.
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to excite admiration by brilliance.
Once one is accustomed to such splendor, it no longer dazzles.
noun
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an act or instance of dazzling.
the dazzle of the spotlights.
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something that dazzles.
verb
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(usually tr) to blind or be blinded partially and temporarily by sudden excessive light
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to amaze, as with brilliance
she was dazzled by his wit
she dazzles in this film
noun
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bright light that dazzles
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bewilderment caused by glamour, brilliance, etc
the dazzle of fame
Other Word Forms
- dazzler noun
- dazzlingly adverb
- outdazzle verb (used with object)
- overdazzle verb
- undazzled adjective
- undazzling adjective
Etymology
Origin of dazzle
Example Sentences
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So Television's managing director, Graham Stuart, said Winkleman matched Norton's ability to make the "Friday night talk show slot" a "dazzling appointment to view".
From BBC
That was not the only time we were treated to dazzling displays of brightly lit skies - sometimes as far south as Devon and Cornwall.
From BBC
The supremely gifted 22-year-old has sometimes left Guardiola frustrated after over-elaborating when a simple pass would be the better option, but he showcased his dazzling skill to great effect at the City Ground.
From Barron's
Though Mendoza dazzled all year, he was at his best in the final two minutes against Penn State.
The dazzling display of lights, accompanied by religious and festive imagery and soundtracked by Filipino rap and Christmas carols, is part of the annual Giant Lantern Festival.
From Barron's
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