When someone is confused and unable to think clearly, often due to shock or a blow to the head.
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She walked out of the interview feeling dazed and confused.After the fall, he stood up looking dazed but unharmed.The loud explosion left everyone dazed and disoriented.
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Dazzled
When someone is temporarily blinded or amazed by a bright light or impressive sight.
Examples:
She was dazzled by the city lights after dark.The lecture left everyone dazzled by the speaker's wit.His dazzling smile charmed everyone he met.
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Dazed and dazzled both start with daz but have different endings which indicate their meanings.
Dazed is often associated with confusion or being stunned mentally, as if your brain is in a haze.
Dazzled is related to something bright and dazzling that catches your eyes or attention, often temporarily blinding or overwhelming you with brilliance.