dazzling

adjective

daz·​zling ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce dazzling (audio)
: 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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This bona fide natural wonder supports a dazzling array of wildlife, including nearly 500 bird species and north of 130,000 elephants, the largest population of any country in Africa. Alexandra Kirkman, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025 Thanks to the intricate texture of the lens, the lights provide a warm, starburst-like pattern that illuminates the surrounding area and looks dazzling to the eye. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 June 2025 And while the hotel certainly doesn’t disappoint on the skiing front—there’s a ski-in, ski-out entrance and a rental shop within the property itself—the spa is an equally dazzling crown jewel. Liam Hess, Vogue, 3 June 2025 The singer delivered her first television performance in 15 years on American Idol's finale on May 18, and looked dazzling — literally — for the occasion. Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 3 June 2025 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 18 Jun. 2025.

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