DAZZLE


Meaning of DAZZLE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈda-zəl ]

verb

( daz·zled ; daz·zling -z(ə-)liŋ)

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-)lər noun

• daz·zling·ly -z(ə-)liŋ-lē adverb

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.