Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
piercing-gaze
noun
/ˈpɪrsɪŋ ɡeɪz/
Definition
A gaze that is intense, sharp, and seems to look deeply into someone or something.
Examples
- She met his piercing gaze and felt as if he could see right into her soul.
- The detective’s piercing gaze made the suspect uneasy during the interrogation.
- His piercing gaze was enough to silence the room, drawing everyone’s attention to him.
Meaning
The ability of one’s eyes to seem to look through a person, revealing emotions or truths, often accompanied by an intense focus.
Synonyms
- intense look
- sharp stare
- insightful glance
- searching gaze
