n.
Pronunciation: ' da-z ə l
Function: verb
Inflected Form: daz · zled ; daz · zling \ -z( ə -)li ŋ \
Etymology: frequentative of daze
Date: 15th century
intransitive verb
1 : to lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
2 a : to shine brilliantly b : to arouse admiration by an impressive display
transitive verb
1 : to overpower with light
2 : to impress deeply, overpower, or confound with brilliance < dazzled us with her wit>
– dazzle noun
– daz · zler \ -z( ə -)l ə r \ noun
– daz · zling · ly \ -z( ə -)li ŋ -l ē \ adverb