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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
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 Just hours after sitting front row at the Celia Kritharioti show in a semi-diaphanous gown dripping with iridescent crystals, Lopez bedazzled her sculptural turtleneck Stéphane Rolland couture gown with priceless Chopard Haute Joaillerie pieces. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 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
  • At the same time, fascinated engineers around the world were examining the same pictures and videos as everyone else.
    Andrew Rice, Curbed, 23 July 2026
  • As a linguist who studies language, meaning and culture, I am fascinated by these marketing mishaps, which highlight a long-standing challenge for global brands.
    Karen Stollznow, The Conversation, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • Generations of visitors to the Okefenokee Swamp have been enchanted by its rich wildlife, black waters and cypress trees draped in Spanish moss.
    Drew Kann, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
  • Clark’s Elioak Farm, at 10600 Clarksville Pike, has a lot to offer in addition to its Enchanted Forest features that have truly enchanted kids for decades.
    Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026
Verb
  • He was partially blinded in a chemical accident years ago while cleaning a boat at the island docks.
    Kyle Hopkins, ProPublica, 20 July 2026
  • Poseidon, upset that Odysseus blinded his son, the Cyclops Polyphemus, decides to make his return home difficult and long and wet.
    Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 17 July 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
  • While Jim was stunned by the research, any improvement in Copilot could make Microsoft's software offerings more attractive.
    Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 July 2026
  • The financial sector was stunned by the development, which was announced with about an hour left in the trading day.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 24 July 2026
Adjective
  • Spain’s victory at the 2026 FIFA World Cup cemented the country’s status as soccer’s new powerhouse, with a fearless young squad that captivated fans from the opening whistle to the final.
    Leen Al Saadi, Vogue, 23 July 2026
  • Mark was the first to become captivated by a career in outer space; his twin, younger by six minutes, became an astronaut as well.
    Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • Fatu was dazed and Reigns speared him through the table.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
  • When the Knicks won, Berns was dazed.
    Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
Adjective
  • However, all of that wondrous quality came at a price, as the figure was over $100.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • The Allegheny is famous for its wondrous views on PNC Park, and Letang is a very handsome man.
    Josh Yohe, New York Times, 21 July 2026

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“Bedazzled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedazzled. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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