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adjective

bi-ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce bedazzling (audio)
Definition of bedazzlingnext
as in dazzling
giving off or reflecting much light bedazzling Christmas decorations that added to the holiday cheer

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bedazzling

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verb

present participle of bedazzle
1
as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell don't let their promises of immense riches bedazzle you

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2
as in blinding
to overpower with light the theater's enormous chandelier bedazzled me as a child

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Recent Examples of bedazzling
Adjective
The most bedazzling new rule requires prosecutors to state at sentencing the cost of imprisonment, among other factors. — Stu Bykofsky, Philly.com, 12 Apr. 2018
Verb
Last week, a Pasadena bicycling club of 44 riders returned to this spot on their annual holiday tour, gazing up at the bedazzling mass of color. — Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Dec. 2024 Hilton and Richie’s Sidekicks seemed to change out every so often, as exemplified by the different colorful bedazzling each new iteration was decked out with. — Sara Belcher, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedazzling
  1. dazzling
  2. shining
  3. luminous
  4. glowing
  5. shiny
  6. bright
  7. brilliant
  8. radiant
Adjective
  • There’s also choreographer Mandy Moore, who is responsible for the dazzling dance numbers.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Two of nature’s most dazzling phenomena overlapped during a narrow window on March 13, 2025, when totality — the period when the lunar surface turns a reddish color — lasted just 65 minutes.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • The real shining gem of Pokémon's eighth generation was Legends: Arceus.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Sure, the Currys should get another stab at it on Monday, when the Warriors make their annual trek to Charlotte and Steph Curry’s yearly shining moment in uptown takes place.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • This, combined with the luminous glow effect makes everything look distractingly cheap in a show that is clearly expensive and largely well-shot.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Following a brief homage to Los Angeles, still suffering the fallout from devastating wildfires, Grande emerged from a puff of gray smoke, luminous in a sparkly ruby-red gown.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • In his gorgeous first book penned by his partner Tim Johnson with a glowing foreword by Martha Stewart, readers get to revel in the thoughtful beauty of Fernando’s gardens.
    — Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • That’s quite a glowing endorsement of Kansas City as the host for the Big 12 men’s and women’s tournaments.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • Navigating New Financial Technologies Beware the temptation to chase the shiniest new technology.
    — Arleo Dordar, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Throughout the drama series, the shiny surface of the Bellaire empire begins to crack, revealing their ruthless ways.
    — Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of shiny
Adjective
  • At night, many of these fishing vessels turn on bright lights to lure squid to the surface, where they are harvested using a large net.
    — Avery Schmitz, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The flavor profile is sweet and bright and makes a great potluck side that will have everyone scooping out a big serving.
    — Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • The actor also has various business ventures, including being a founder and brewer at All-Wise Meadery and co-founder of the high-protein yogurt-like product Thor’s Skyr, along with Terry Crews. 02 of 08 Cole Sprouse (Cody) Cole Sprouse plays Zack’s brilliant twin brother Cody.
    — Skyler Trepel, EW.com, 18 Mar. 2025
  • There’s even a $90 discount on this 50-inch Insignia Fire TV that provides access to millions of movies and television episodes in brilliant 4K quality.
    — Clara McMahon, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of brilliant
Adjective
  • Anchoring this open-air space are ginkgo trees, whose leaves emerge in silent increments each spring, then blaze into a radiant yellow spectacle come fall.
    — Spencer Elliott, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Powered by chebula—one of the most potent antioxidants in skin care—this serum fights fine lines, dryness, and environmental stressors, helping your skin stay resilient and radiant.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of radiant

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