Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sad-eyed
adjective
/sæd aɪd/
Definition
Having eyes that appear sad or filled with sorrow.
Examples
- She looked at him with sad-eyed expression that made his heart ache.
- The sad-eyed puppy sat alone in the corner, waiting to be adopted.
- With her sad-eyed gaze, she captured the attention of everyone in the room.
Meaning
The term ‘sad-eyed’ describes someone whose eyes convey a feeling of sadness or melancholy. It often evokes an immediate emotional response, suggesting a deeper sense of emotional pain or loss that is communicated through the person’s gaze.
Synonyms
- melancholy
- wistful
- downcast
- mournful
