Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
popeyed
adjective
/ˈpoʊ.paɪd/
Definition
Having large or bulging eyes.
Examples
- She looked popeyed when she saw the size of the pizza.
- His popeyed expression made everyone laugh during the performance.
- They were all popeyed with disbelief as the magician revealed his tricks.
Meaning
The term ‘popeyed’ refers to a person or an expression marked by wide-open or bulging eyes, often resembling the exaggerated eyes of the cartoon character Popeye. It can indicate surprise, shock, or amazement.
Synonyms
- bulging
- wide-eyed
- goggled
- staring
