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bedazzled

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verb

past tense of bedazzle
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as in blinded
to overpower with light the theater's enormous chandelier bedazzled me as a child

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Recent Examples of bedazzled
Adjective
In addition to his bedazzled Whoop, the Los Angeles Lakers star wears incredible watches by Audemars Piguet, Rolex, and Patek Philippe on his other wrist. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
Verb
Hawn, once again, wore something black and bedazzled, slipping into a glittery gown that featured a figure-hugging silhouette, floor-grazing skirt, sheer halter neckline, and matching opera gloves. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026 In recent weeks, Smith has shared heartwrenching glimpses into the family’s battle, including photos of Whimsy’s curls being shaved and her bald head bedazzled with gems. Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 18 July 2026 The carousel horses, exquisitely painted and bedazzled, are valued at over $30,000 apiece, said Sean Butler, the chief operating officer of Butler Amusements, the family-run business that owns the fair’s rides. Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026 Unlike modern sports trading cards, which are not only hefty but often bedazzled with autographs, jersey patches, and random holograms, the Panini stickers are flimsy and meant to be abused. Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 30 June 2026 In his place, busy bees Weston McKennie, Folarin Balogun, and Alex Freeman bedazzled the Aussies in the first half with their movement, with their speed, with their imagination. Filip Bondy, New York Daily News, 19 June 2026 When their chorus ended, Fonda herself appeared on the stage in a bright red suit and a shirt bedazzled with the word Resist. Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026 With nothing holding her down but a dead-end job and an aging dad, a small-town Texan girl is swiftly bedazzled by a smooth criminal drifter, and hops into his car to pursue a life less ordinary. Guy Lodge, Variety, 7 June 2026 Though a local rabbi officiated the union on the billboard (Winkies bedazzled the chuppah), the master of ceremonies, according to the Haring poster, was Sico, the robot star from Rocky IV (1985). Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedazzled
Adjective
  • The saying comes from the Navy SEALs, a group Cole had become fascinated with through his years around San Diego.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
  • And Parsons isn’t the only one fascinated with these animals.
    Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • At first spritz, you’re instantly enchanted and uplifted by sparkling, tart notes of pomelo and yuzu.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Wilpattu, Sinharaja, and Yala, Sri Lanka Drawn to Sri Lanka for the leopard and sloth bear spotting opportunities found within Wilpattu and Yala National Parks, travelers are often more enchanted with the teardrop island’s birdlife upon arrival.
    Lydia Swinscoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The blast injured 22 other churchgoers, including a 12-year-old girl, Sarah Jean Collins, who was blinded in one eye.
    Jason Wollschleger, The Conversation, 19 Aug. 2026
  • One of his sons hid the gem in the crack of his cell wall before he was blinded and deposed.
    Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 17 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Therapy sessions can be scary, especially the ones that rely on semi-hypnotized journeys into hidden pasts.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • New Zealand stunned South Africa 33-16 at Ellis Park on Saturday and drew first blood in their historic four-test series.
    ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Kandi was still stunned that the man who caught her son’s first home run, the man captured in her video, was her husband.
    Devon Henderson, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The story explores the growing role of technology in children's lives as Bonnie becomes captivated by Lilypad, a smart tablet toy that leaves Woody, Buzz and their friends struggling to stay relevant.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The Manchester City striker shot to global fame during the World Cup as his humor and charm captivated audiences, and Norway’s national team reached the quarterfinals for the first time.
    Stella Canino-Quiñones, Washington Post, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Despite looking dazed, Guerrero scampered home to tie the game at 1-1.
    Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • When the Knicks won, Berns was dazed.
    Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
Adjective
  • Yes, he’s accompanied by a partner and, yes, there’s a bulky ring that can be used to manifest an assortment of wondrous and less-than-wondrous things.
    Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026
  • There is a mix of dead seriousness, dry sarcasm, and wondrous joy in equal measure.
    Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 12 Aug. 2026

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“Bedazzled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedazzled. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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