dazzling

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 adverb
a dazzlingly beautiful display

Examples of dazzling in a Sentence

the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers
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The flavors are just as dazzling as the visuals, with everything from classic fish balls and siu mai to snake soup and mock shark's fin, served up by food stalls that make Temple Street a foodie's dream. Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026 Is that the dazzling night sky? Christina Perrier, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026 Costume designer Rich Hamson created a dazzling, Technicolor array of outfits, with the many jewel tones highlighted by Sue Ellen Berger’s innovative light design. Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 21 Feb. 2026 For accessories, the Grammy-winning singer added a heaping dose of shimmer to the outfit with a dazzling diamond statement necklace. Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dazzling

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 24 Feb. 2026.

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