Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bloodshot
adjective
/ˈblʌdʃɒt/
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Definition
Having red or inflamed eyes due to irritation or lack of sleep.
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Examples
- After a long day at work, her eyes were bloodshot from staring at the computer screen.
- The coach noticed the player’s bloodshot eyes after the late-night party.
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Meaning
Bloodshot refers to eyes that appear red and swollen, often as a result of fatigue, allergies, or consuming alcohol.
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Synonyms
- reddened
- inflamed
- irritated