Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eye-candy

noun
/ˈaɪ ˌkæn.di/
Definition
Something that is attractive or appealing to look at, but may lack depth or substance.
Examples
  • Many fashion shows are filled with eye-candy but focus little on the actual clothing.
  • The movie had great eye-candy in terms of special effects but the storyline was weak.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe visually appealing people or things that are pleasing aesthetically.
Synonyms
  • visual appeal
  • eye-pleaser
  • attraction
  • beauty