Definition

A state of being amazed or impressed, often due to something that is visually striking or dazzling.

Example

The bedazzlement of the fireworks left everyone speechless.

Conversation

Did you see the new art exhibit downtown?

Yes, I went yesterday and it was full of bedazzlement!

I heard it was really impressive; what stood out to you the most?

The colors and the lights really created a sense of bedazzlement throughout the whole space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bedazzlement is formed from "be-" (meaning to cause to be) and "dazzle" (from Middle English *dasen*, meaning to daze or stun) and the suffix "-ment" (meaning the result of an action). The word refers to the state of being dazzled or stunned, often by brilliance or beauty.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'caused to be' dazzled — 'be-' means to cause, and 'dazzle' means to stun or amaze. This helps you remember that bedazzlement is the state of being amazed or stunned by something brilliant.

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