dazzling

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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

dazzling

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present participle of dazzle

Synonyms of dazzling

Adjective

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

Examples of dazzling in a Sentence

Adjective

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Food and drink Upon my arrival, I was wooed by the dazzling signature welcome cocktail made with gin, pineapple, herbal liqueur, and tamarind jamu. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026

The hardware is gorgeous, the display is dazzling, and the performance is great for productivity tasks. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026

While this stellar nursery is normally a dazzling, easy sight through binoculars, tonight's viewing dynamic presents a unique and dramatic observation challenge. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2026

With exceptional performances from the entire cast and homages to musical legends like Whitney Houston and Janet Jackson, Bioh and White present a reflection of the Black female experience in all of its dazzling idiosyncrasies, triumphs and pains. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1581, in the meaning defined above