dazzle in English
- dazzle⇄dazzle, verb, -zled,-zling,noun.
- dazzle⇄noun a dazzling; bewildering brightness.
Ex. the dazzle of powerful electric lights; (Figurative.) the dazzle of high society. - dazzle⇄v.i. 1. to be confused or overpowered by light.
2. (Figurative.) to excite admiration by brilliance. - dazzle⇄v.t. 1. to hurt (the eyes) with too bright light or with quickmoving lights.
Ex. To look straight at headlights dazzles the eyes.
(SYN) blind, daze.
2. to overcome the sight or the mind of with anything very bright or splendid.
dazzle in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
dazzle in Marathi मराठी
dazzle in Sindhi سنڌي
dazzle in Urdu اُردُو
Dazzle
Part of Speech
Verb, Noun
Pronunciation
UK: /ˈdæz.əl/
US: /ˈdæz.əl/
Definitions
- (Verb) To blind temporarily with bright light.
- (Verb) To impress deeply, especially with outstanding skill or beauty.
- (Noun) A state of being overwhelmed or impressed by brightness or excellence.
Usage Examples
- "The headlights of the oncoming car dazzle my eyes at night."
- "Her performance on stage dazzled the audience."
- "The dazzle of the city lights was mesmerizing."
Etymology
Derived from Middle English "dasen" (to be stunned or bewildered), related to Old Norse "dasa" (to become weary), with the suffix "-le" for repetitive action.
Synonyms
- Blind
- Impress
- Bedazzle
- Astonish
- Overwhelm
Antonyms
- Dull
- Bore
- Disappoint
- Obscure
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | deslumbrar | /des.lumˈbrar/ |
| French | éblouir | /e.blu.iʁ/ |
| German | blenden | /ˈblɛndən/ |
| Hindi | चमकाना | /camakānā/ |
| Tamil | மின்னவைத்தல் | /miṉṉavaittal/ |
| Telugu | అబ్బురపరచు | /abburaparaṭu/ |
| Arabic | يبهر | /yubhhir/ |
| Chinese | 使目眩 | /shǐ mù xuàn/ |
| Russian | ослеплять | /osleplyat'/ |
| Japanese | まばゆくさせる | /mabayuku saseru/ |
| Korean | 눈부시게 하다 | /nunbusige hada/ |
| Bengali | চোখ ধাঁধানো | /cokh dhādhāno/ |
| Gujarati | ચમકાવી દેવું | /camakāvī devuṁ/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ˈdæz.əl/
American English: /ˈdæz.əl/
Australian English: /ˈdæz.əl/
Historical Usage
The word "dazzle" has been in use since the late 15th century, primarily describing the effect of blinding light. Over time, it gained a figurative meaning related to impressing or overwhelming with excellence.
Cultural Nuances
In literature and art, "dazzle" is often associated with light, grandeur, and awe. It is frequently used to describe the effect of glamour, celebrity, and remarkable skill.
More Information
"Dazzle" is widely used in both literal and figurative senses. It can refer to physical brightness as well as metaphorical brilliance, such as in expressions like "dazzling beauty" or "dazzling performance."