bug-eyed

American  

[buhg-ahyd] / ˈbʌgˌaɪd /

adjective

1. with bulging eyes, as from fright, surprise, or wonderment; wide-eyed.

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Etymology

Origin of bug-eyed

An Americanism dating back to 1920–25; bug ¹ + eyed

Example Sentences

I can’t help but smile picturing a bug-eyed dog in a bow tie.

From Literature

In 1951 there arrived in Cambridge, as Mr. Cobb describes him, “a tall, thin, bug-eyed American called Jim Watson,” who began collaborating with Crick on the problem.

From The Wall Street Journal

She is presented as bug-eyed and insane, as Mrs. Lovett asking if you wouldn’t like another piece of pie.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the run-up to the release of the twisty weepie “We Live in Time,” A24 released a promotional picture of its main characters, played by Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield, enjoying a carousel ride together, their giddy pleasure overshadowed by the presence of a golden, bug-eyed and, from the look of things, demonically possessed merry-go-round horse in the foreground of the photo.

From Los Angeles Times

Creatures such as white dragon-like birds, glowing blue sponges, bug-eyed sloths, mutant frogs, flying bunnies and the creepiest of crawlies imaginable enrich each frame with impressive detail and lively color.

From Los Angeles Times