wide-eyed
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of wide-eyed
First recorded in 1850–55
Vocabulary lists containing wide-eyed
Example Sentences
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She has both Judy Garland’s bubbly conviction and wide-eyed naivete, along with the kind of comedic timing that few actors exhibit today.
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
Their wide-eyed optimism and curiosity is endearing and even motivating.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 8, 2026
I was wide-eyed at the question, and I laughed so hard at Jenée Desmond-Harris’ answer.
From Slate ● Jun. 22, 2026
Four-year notches on a timeline from wide-eyed kid to tuned-in teen and beyond.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
He ignored her greetings, was angered by her wide-eyed look and her asking, “What is it, Ugwu? What did I do to offend you?”
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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