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adjective

ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce dazzling (audio)
Definition of dazzlingnext
as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers

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dazzling

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verb

present participle of dazzle
as in stunning
to overpower with light skiers were dazzled by the glare off of the slopes of freshly packed snow

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Recent Examples of dazzling
Adjective
Be mesmerized by the dazzling lasers and pulse-pounding tunes from the movie in this unforgettable experience. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 These stunning ornamental shrubs showcase flower heads in a dazzling array of colors, including vibrant purples, charming pinks, and serene blues that bloom across various climates. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026
Verb
Over a half-century ago, the robotic figures of Pirates were a symbol of Disneyland’s technological ambitions, dazzling audiences with characterized but lifelike movements. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 On June 25, while dazzling the theatrical sign of Leo, Venus will meet with Saturn in Aries in a supportive trine, setting the stage for greater stability while creating room for things to blossom in our favor. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dazzling
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dazzling
  1. luminous
  2. stunning
  3. shining
  4. blinding
  5. glowing
  6. bright
  7. brilliant
  8. shiny
Adjective
  • While not a new concept, this K-beauty term for clear, poreless, luminous, and seemingly transparent skin continues to be the gold standard for beauty editors and, well, everyone else.
    — Sarah Han, Allure, 6 July 2026
  • In person, Monaghan has that same easy warmth and luminous glow.
    — Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 2 July 2026
Definition of luminous
Verb
  • Margaret deploys this power to find Daniel and to free him from Noah and the WARDEX minions—essentially, by stunning them emotionally.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 June 2026
Definition of stunning
Adjective
  • At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.
    — Josh Makower, STAT, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Those memories will remain some of the most shining and unforgettable moments of my life.
    — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of shining
Verb
  • In that blinding darkness, two Virginia units, one led by Washington, the other already there, took each other for the enemy.
    — Salena Zito, Washington Post, 1 July 2026
  • Previously, pulling off this kind of quantum alchemy required blinding, high-intensity laboratory lasers.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 23 June 2026
Definition of blinding
Adjective
  • The trailer opens with a montage of a glowing Lily (Lively) walking through Boston.
    — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • Its light is rather that of a glowing molten metal than that of a burning furnace.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • Charlie Carballo Ed Sheeran, who's been rumored to perform at the wedding festivities, made his way to MSG wearing a bright blue suit alongside wife Cherry Seaborn.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Work with Your Design Style A color this bright and energetic couldn’t possibly be versatile, too, right?
    — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • The Colombia margin would have been larger but for the brilliant play of Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi, who twice came up with two-handed saves to prevent goals.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
  • The winner of 28 Grammys, Jones was a music producer, band leader, composer, arranger, television producer, music executive, conductor, trumpet player, civil rights activist, philanthropist and all-around brilliant person.
    — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 3 July 2026
Definition of brilliant
Adjective
  • The new plane is painted in shiny red, white and blue, a departure from the old plane's two-toned blue livery designed by former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy.
    — Joey Garrison, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • The Kardashians star could be seen hugging True as the former basketball player—who wore a plunging black metallic shirt, black slacks, a shiny chain necklace, and black sunglasses—beamed at the camera, holding Tatum in his arms.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 1 July 2026
Definition of shiny

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“Dazzling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dazzling. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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