Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sight-for-sore-eyes

idiom

/saɪt fɔːr sɔːr aɪz/

Definition

Something that is very pleasant to see, especially after a long absence or a difficult situation.

Examples

After a long day at work, my favorite dessert was a sight-for-sore-eyes.
When I finally saw my best friend after years, it was truly a sight-for-sore-eyes.
The flowers in the garden were a sight-for-sore-eyes after the long, gray winter.

Meaning

A sight-for-sore-eyes refers to someone or something that provides great relief and joy upon being seen, often after having experienced discomfort or unhappiness.