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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So why would the animal possess the same type of melanosomes that give birds their dazzling displays? Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026 People find so much beauty in nature, from the dazzling colors of butterflies to the melodious songs of birds and the aromas of flowers. Logan S. James, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026 The British royals rolled out the red carpet and hosted a dazzling banquet at Windsor Castle. Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 19 Mar. 2026 In total, the watch is decorated with a dazzling 298 white diamonds totaling approximately 79 carats. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 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 23 Mar. 2026.

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