dazzling

adjective

daz·​zling ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ 

: brilliantly or showily bright, colorful, or impressive

dazzling lights

a dazzling display of talent

a dazzling achievement/performance

a dazzling smile

dazzlingly

ˈda-z(ə-)liŋ-lē 

adverb

a dazzlingly beautiful display

Synonyms of dazzling

• luminous
• shining
• glowing
• bright
• brilliant
• shiny
• radiant
• gleaming
• shimmering
• splendid
• sparkling

Examples of dazzling in a Sentence

the attraction that the dazzling lights of Broadway have for many young performers

Recent Examples on the Web

Using a wealth of archival footage, this deeply pleasurable documentary paints a dazzling portrait of Rossellini across the years leading up to his death in 1977, and is an ecstatic, cinephilic tribute to one of world cinema’s true titans. —Zac Ntim, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla enjoyed a glamorous night out at the White House for a dazzling state dinner that served plenty of unforgettable moments. —Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026

On opening day, Church made a dazzling catch at the top of the wall against Tampa Bay's Ryan Vilade. —ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026

Inspired by her magical storytelling and the world around him, Julián dreams of becoming a mermaid – sparking a dazzling journey from the borough’s sunlit streets to the mystical depths of the sea. —Leo Barraclough, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined above