Definition
光彩夺目 is a four-character idiom that literally means 'luster snatches the eyes' — it describes something so dazzlingly brilliant or splendid that it captures everyone's attention. You can use it for jewels, lights, decorations, or even a person's stunning appearance. It often carries a positive, admiring tone.
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dazzlingly brilliantresplendentstunning to look at
Examples
- 光彩夺目，。Zhè kē zuànshí guāng cǎi duó mù, ràng rén yí bu kāi yǎn.This diamond is dazzlingly brilliant; you can't take your eyes off it.
- ，光彩夺目。Yèwǎn de chéngshì, níhóngdēng guāng cǎi duó mù.At night, the city's neon lights are stunningly bright.
- 光彩夺目，。Tā chuān le yí jiàn guāng cǎi duó mù de lǐfú, chéngwéi quán chǎng de jiāodiǎn.She wore a resplendent gown and became the focus of the whole venue.
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