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The character "眩" is constructed from the semantic radical "目", relating to the eye, and the component "玄", which functions phonetically while also evoking notions of obscurity or dimness. Its original meaning centered on physical visual disturbances, such as being dazzled by brightness or experiencing blurred sight. Over time, the scope of "眩" widened to describe not only physical dizziness but also mental states of confusion and bewilderment, reflecting an adaptation from purely sensory experiences to include metaphorical applications. This shift illustrates how the character's fundamental idea of perceptual disarray has been extended to both literal and figurative realms, preserving its utility in terms denoting vertigo, dazzle, and mental perplexity.
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我有点眩晕。
长时间看书会眩晕。
阳光太眩目了。
瀑布的水花很眩目。
他突然感到一阵眩晕。
这种眩光对眼睛有害。
如果你蹲下后突然站起来，可能会眩晕。
现代城市的霓虹灯常常令人眩惑。