dazzling

adjective

daz·​zling ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ 

: 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 

adverb

a dazzlingly beautiful display

Synonyms of dazzling

• luminous
• shining
• glowing
• bright
• brilliant
• shiny
• radiant
• gleaming
• shimmering
• splendid
• sparkling

Examples of dazzling in a Sentence

the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers

Recent Examples on the Web

Molière’s irresistible comedy of trickery and mayhem is a dazzling new adaptation by Bill Irwin and Mark O’Donnell — reimagined for today’s audiences with fresh American flair and nonstop physical comedy, according to a news release. — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026

The Panthers in question are former coach Ron Rivera, who is the team’s winningest head coach of all time, and Luke Kuechly, the dazzling linebacker who will be inducted into the NFL’s hall of fame himself in one month. — Scott Fowler july 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026

The 40-year-old explained that after spending most of his dazzling 23-year tennis career living in hotels, creating his own felt like a natural next step. — Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 7 July 2026

But this dazzling material’s survival wasn’t always guaranteed. — Chris Schalkx, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined above