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Bedazzle vs Disconcert - What's the difference?

bedazzle | disconcert | Synonyms |

In transitive terms the difference between bedazzle and disconcert

is that bedazzle is to confuse or disarm by dazzling while disconcert is to frustrate, make go wrong.

bedazzle

English

Verb

(bedazzl)
  • (label) To confuse or disarm by dazzling.
  • :He was bedazzled by her charm and wit.
  • To decorate with sequins or other sparkly material; to bespangle.
  • :She bedazzled her handbag.
  • See also

    * vajazzle

    disconcert

    English

    Verb

    (en verb)
  • To upset the composure of.
  • * Thackeray
  • The embrace disconcerted the daughter-in-law somewhat, as the caresses of old gentlemen unshorn and perfumed with tobacco might well do.
  • To bring into confusion.
  • To frustrate, make go wrong.
  • The emperor disconcerted the plans of his enemy.

    Synonyms

    * agitate * upset * See also

    Derived terms

    * disconcerting * disconcertingly