Dazzler

/ˈdæzlər/ noun

Definition

Something or someone that dazzles; something strikingly impressive, brilliant, or beautiful.

Etymology

From 'dazzle' (to overwhelm with light or beauty) plus the agent suffix -er. Related to 'daze' and Old Norse dasa.

Kelly Says

A 'dazzler' temporarily blinds your judgment—it's so brilliant that you can't think straight, which is why we use it for both beautiful diamonds and charismatic con artists.

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