bedazzle

verb — 2 senses

bedazzle

verb

US, UK /bɪˈdæzl̩/

Etymology From be- + dazzle.

1

To confuse or disarm by dazzling.

  • Near-synonym: daze
  • He was bedazzled by her charm and wit.
2

Informal To decorate with sequins or other sparkly material; to bespangle.

  • She bedazzled her handbag.
Derived terms
bedazzlement, bedazzler, vajazzle

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