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dazzle

[daz-uhl]

verb (used with object)

dazzled, dazzling 
  1. to overpower or dim the vision of by intense light.

    He was dazzled by the sudden sunlight.

  2. to impress deeply; astonish with delight.

    The glorious palace dazzled him.



verb (used without object)

dazzled, dazzling 
  1. to shine or reflect brilliantly.

    gems dazzling in the sunlight.

  2. to be overpowered by light.

    Her eyes dazzled in the glare.

  3. to excite admiration by brilliance.

    Once one is accustomed to such splendor, it no longer dazzles.

noun

  1. an act or instance of dazzling.

    the dazzle of the spotlights.

  2. something that dazzles.

dazzle

/ ˈdæzəl /

verb

  1. (usually tr) to blind or be blinded partially and temporarily by sudden excessive light

  2. to amaze, as with brilliance

    she was dazzled by his wit

    she dazzles in this film

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. bright light that dazzles

  2. bewilderment caused by glamour, brilliance, etc

    the dazzle of fame

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • dazzler noun
  • dazzlingly adverb
  • outdazzle verb (used with object)
  • overdazzle verb
  • undazzled adjective
  • undazzling adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of dazzle1

First recorded in 1475–85; daze + -le
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Word History and Origins

Origin of dazzle1

C15: from daze
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Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

However, Kildunne made sure the mood was instantly lifted as the dazzling full-back glided past defender after defender to add another wonder try to her collection.

From BBC

Lean into that, and a dish that once felt dated can become deliberate, comforting, even quietly dazzling.

From Salon

Once on shore the crew find themselves surrounded by thousands of revellers in dazzling outfits.

From BBC

The aim will be to dazzle and flatter him with the ultimate red-carpet experience, with guards of honour, flypasts, historic carriages, a lavish banquet, pomp and pageantry.

From BBC

It was an emotional performance, with Balsom producing a beautifully rounded tone during the slower, languorous movements before switching into high gear for the dazzling pyrotechnics of the closing Rondo.

From BBC

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