Synonyms for

Blinding

Verb / ˈblaɪndɪŋ / Another word for blinding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

making someone unable to see; extremely bright

Synonyms & similar words

glaring blind fulgent glary blazing dim dazzling dazzling glaring bright brilliant radiant shining sparkling flashy intense vivid luminous eye-popping eye-catching spectacular stunning flashing glistening glittering shimmering

Synonyms by register

Formal

incapacitating overpowering overwhelming dazzling

Informal

super bright crazy bright way too bright

Literary

effulgent luminous radiant

Antonyms

clear visible seeing perceiving understanding enlightened

Common collocations

  • blinding light
  • blinding speed
  • blinding pain
  • blinding snow
  • blinding rage
  • blinding success
  • blindingly obvious

Word family

noun blindness
verb blind
adjective blind
adverb blindingly

Usage note

While 'blinding' can refer to literal lack of sight, it is often used figuratively to describe something extremely intense, such as light, speed, or emotion.

Example sentences

  1. The sun was so bright it was blinding.
  2. I was blinded by the camera flash.
  3. The headlights of the car were blinding me.
  4. The snow was so white and blinding.
  5. The neon lights in the city were blinding at night.

Quotes

  • The light was blinding, and the noise was deafening.
  • The sun was blinding me, but I kept looking anyway.
  • The neon lights were blinding, but I couldn't look away.

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