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open-eyed Definition

open-eyed (ō′pən īd′)

adjective

  1. having the eyes open or wide open; awake, aware, watchful, amazed, etc.
  2. done with the eyes open

open-eyed Synonyms

open-eyed

modif.

  1. Amazed

    wide-eyed, intrigued, astounded, startled; see surprised.

  2. Watchful

    gazing, aware, perceptive; see observant 2, watching.

open-eyed Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • trance: There is another kind of open-eyed trance which can be found in class which is more desirable.
  • sleeping: Open-eyed sleeping is called lagophthalmos and can be linked with a number of different causes and situations.