To overpower with light; hinder distinct vision of by intense light; dim, as the sight, by excess of light.Figuratively, to overpower or confound by splendor or brilliancy, or with show or display of any kind.To be stupefied; be mentally confused.To be overpowered by light; become unsteady or waver, as the sight.To be overpoweringly or blindingly bright.Figuratively, to excite admiration by brilliancy or showy qualities which overbear criticism.n. Brightness; splendor; excess of light.n. Meretricious display; brilliancy.