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verb be·daz·zle \bi-ˈda-zəl, bē-\

Definition of bedazzle

  1. transitive verb

  2. 1 :  to confuse by a strong light

  3. 2 :  to impress forcefully :  enchant

bedazzlement

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Examples of bedazzle in a Sentence

  1. fans bedazzled by movie stars

  2. don't let their promises of immense riches bedazzle you

Circa 1616

First Known Use of bedazzle

circa 1616

bedazzle Synonyms

Synonyms
arrest, enthrall, catch up, enchant, fascinate, grip, hypnotize, mesmerize, spellbind
Related Words
enrapture, entrance, thrill; beguile, bewitch, charm; absorb, engage, engross, involve

BEDAZZLE Defined for English Language Learners

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verb be·daz·zle \bi-ˈda-zəl, bē-\

Definition of bedazzle for English Language Learners

  • : to thrill or excite (someone) very much

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