Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
only have eyes for someone
idiom
/ˈoʊnli hæv aɪz fɔr ˈsʌmˌwʌn/
Definition
To be exclusively interested in or emotionally invested in one person, often to the exclusion of others.
Examples
- Since they started dating, she only has eyes for him.
- He’s always had eyes only for her, even when she was dating someone else.
- It’s clear that he only has eyes for his favorite singer when they perform.
Meaning
This phrase implies that a person is focused on a particular individual and does not notice or care about anyone else romantically or affectionately.
Synonyms
- be devoted to
- be infatuated with
- have eyes for
