Definition of dazzle
1
: to lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
2a
: to shine brilliantly
… the woods dazzled whitely …— Truman Capote
b
: to arouse admiration by an impressive display
She dazzles in her live concerts.
1
: to overpower with light
was dazzled by the camera flash
2
: to impress deeply, overpower, or confound with brilliance
dazzled us with her wit
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The first known use of dazzle was in the 15th century
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