What is another word for blinding?

Common synonyms for blinding include dim, dazzling, blind, fulgent, glary.

What is the opposite of blinding?

Antonyms of blinding include clear, visible, seeing, perceiving, understanding.

Synonyms for

Blinding

Adjective / 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

dim dazzling blind fulgent glary glaring blazing 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.

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