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Blazing

adj.energetic, capableliterary

Meaning 1

Giving off or reflecting an intense, vivid light.

Reach for it when describing brightness that dominates a scene

Blazing windows turned the wet street gold at sunrise.

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  • playful

    fiery

    flame-like color or energy is meant

    not when a cool bright light is described

  • warm

    radiant

    light carries beauty or happiness

    not when harsh intensity defines the scene

  • literary

    brilliant

    strong light or color creates splendor

    not when literal heat is important

Meaning 2

Exceptionally fast, energetic, or successful.

Reach for it when praising performance marked by striking speed or momentum

The relay team set a blazing pace through the final exchange.

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  • playful

    electric

    performance creates contagious excitement

    not when actual velocity is being recorded

  • professional

    high-powered

    strong capacity drives fast results

    not when visual brightness is intended

  • professional

    rapid

    measurable speed is the only point

    not when exciting momentum should be felt

  • literary

    breakneck

    speed feels dangerously extreme

    not when controlled excellence deserves praise

Said against

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  • dim
  • faint
  • sluggish
  • lethargic

It naturally appears in

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  • blazing light

    A blazing light above the stage revealed the painted ceiling.

  • blazing pace

    The new workshop opened at a blazing pace without sacrificing safety.

  • blazing success

    Her debut became a blazing success across regional theaters.

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