Outdazzling

Part of speech: adjective, verb

Definitions

1. Surpassing others in brilliance or luminosity, making them appear less impressive
2. Exceeding in radiance or splendor, thus overpowering the competition in visual appeal
3. Outshining peers through dazzling qualities that capture attention and admiration

Etymology: "Outdazzling" is simply the present participle of "outdazzle," which is formed from the prefix "out-" added to "dazzle." The prefix "out-" in English means to surpass or exceed someone or something, as in "outrun" or "outwit," so "outdazzle" means to dazzle more than another person or thing. "Dazzle" itself comes from the idea of blinding by light, and the sense of overwhelming admiration grew from that visual glare. Pairing "out-" with it produces a verb about shining brighter in the eyes of onlookers than one's rivals, which is why the word carries the sense of attracting notice and admiration beyond one's peers.

Synonyms: outshining, outglowing, overpowering, blinding

Antonyms: underwhelming, dim, fading