bedazzle

be·daz·zle

verb \bi-ˈda-zəl, bē-\

Definition of BEDAZZLE

transitive verb

1

: to confuse by a strong light : dazzle

2

: to impress forcefully : enchant

— be·daz·zle·ment \-mənt\ noun

Examples of BEDAZZLE

1. fans bedazzled by movie stars
2. <don't let their promises of immense riches bedazzle you>

First Known Use of BEDAZZLE

1596

Related to BEDAZZLE

Synonyms: arrest, enthrall, catch up, enchant, fascinate, grip, hypnotize, mesmerize, spellbind

Related Words: enrapture, entrance, thrill; beguile, bewitch, charm; absorb, engage, engross, involve

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Rhymes with BEDAZZLE

sweet basil