doe-eyed
Americanadjective
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having large, innocent-looking, dark eyes.
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naive; too ready to believe.
Etymology
Origin of doe-eyed
First recorded in 1930–35; doe ( def. ) + eyed
Example Sentences
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It’s hard to date in a world where everyone makes an image of themselves online that isn’t exactly true, and yet, that image remains the one doe-eyed suitors like Bear opine.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
The two-time Emmy winner is developing a film about the animated icon and will star as the doe-eyed flapper, The Times confirmed on Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
It’s an expressive, furry, doe-eyed creature with huge paws and a dog-like demeanor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026
Then, when she was 18, Janet suddenly and unexpectedly eloped with doe-eyed soul singer James DeBarge.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2024
She ignored his doe-eyed expression and stalked over to the tree, wrenching her knife from the bark.
From "The Reader" by Traci Chee
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