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eyeful

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noun

Pronunciation

UK

  • /ˈaɪfəl/

US

  • /ˈaɪfəl/

Description

An "eyeful" is something that is very noticeable to look at. It often means something attractive, impressive, or striking, such as a breathtaking sunset, a dazzling stage performance, or a very good-looking person. The word usually suggests a strong visual impression that catches your attention right away.

It can also have a playful or slightly scandalous tone. If someone says you "got an eyeful," they may mean you saw more of someone's body than expected, or saw something bold and hard to ignore. The word is about strong visual impact and the clear impression it leaves behind.

Examples

  1. 1

    Scenic view

    From the hotel balcony, the harbor at sunset was an eyeful.

  2. 2

    Striking appearance

    She arrived in a sequined silver dress and was quite an eyeful.

    • Phrase

      quite an eyeful

      very striking to look at

  3. 3

    Sudden view

    Reporters got an eyeful of the damage when the floodwater went down.

    • Pattern

      get an eyeful of + thing

      see a lot of it clearly, often suddenly

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • eyefulnoun

Forms

  • eyefulspluralnoun
  • eyesfulpluralnoun