Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squinty
adjective
/ˈskwɪnti/
Definition
having eyes that squint or are partially closed, often to see better or due to bright light.
Examples
- She looked at the bright sun with squinty eyes.
- The child had a squinty look as he tried to focus on the distant object.
- His squinty gaze revealed his struggle to read the fine print.
Meaning
The term describes a way of looking where the eyes are narrowed, which can signify difficulty in seeing clearly or a reaction to bright light.
Synonyms
- narrowed
- slit-eyed
- half-closed
