Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evil-eye
noun
/ˈiː.vəl aɪ/
Definition
A malevolent glare believed to cause harm or bad luck to the person being stared at.
Examples
- Many cultures have protective charms against the evil-eye.
- She felt uncomfortable under the watchful gaze of his evil-eye.
- The tradition of the evil-eye can be found in many parts of the world.
Meaning
The evil-eye is often thought to be a curse cast by a look that can bring misfortune or injury to its recipient, originating from jealousy or envy.
Synonyms
- malicious gaze
- jealous stare
