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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Earth's moon is one of the few objects bright enough to be seen in the daytime sky — along with the most dazzling planets such as Jupiter and Venus and, more rarely, Jupiter, under ideal conditions. Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 Apr. 2026 But now, the one thing more dazzling than her professional prospects was a four-carat rock on her left hand, a gift from her once-and-future husband, Don Johnson. Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026 The musical numbers are dazzling, with Jaafar Jackson capturing his uncle’s incredible talent and charisma. Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026 This is no small feat, as the landscape of Italian wine is more complex than most, with a dazzling array of varietals. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 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.grautoblog.com/dictionary/dazzling. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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