dazzling

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adjective

daz·​zling ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce dazzling (audio)
Synonyms of dazzlingnext
: brilliantly or showily bright, colorful, or impressive
dazzling lights
a dazzling display of talent
a dazzling achievement/performance
a dazzling smile
dazzlingly
ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ-lē How to pronounce dazzling (audio)
adverb
a dazzlingly beautiful display

dazzling

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present participle of dazzle

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Adjective the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers
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Electra/Persona is bold, dazzling, challenging for both actors and audience. — Demetrios Matheou, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 The dazzling planet sets 1½ hours after the sun as September starts and only a little more than a half hour after as the month ends. — Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Cousy was one of the NBA's first superstars as the dazzling point guard on the dynastic Boston Celtics before retiring in 1963 after winning his fifth straight NBA title and his 12th All-NBA selection. — ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026 Walt Disney Animation Studios understands that all too well given Hexed, the latest fantasy featuring an all-star cast, dazzling computer animation and a story that’s sure to tug at heartstrings. — Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dazzling

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1581, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dazzling was in 1581

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“Dazzling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dazzling. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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