Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evil-eye
noun
/ˈiːvəl aɪ/
Definition
A malevolent glare or look that is believed to cause harm, misfortune, or injury to someone.
Examples
- Many cultures have protective charms against the evil eye.
- She felt the chill of an evil eye watching her during the meeting.
Meaning
The term is often used to refer to a curse or hex believed to originate from envy or ill will.
Synonyms
- malicious gaze
- curse
- hex
