wide-eyed

compound adjective5 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.3

To look at someone or something for a long time with your eyes wide open, especially in surprise, fear, or admiration.

Describes a facial expression indicating surprise, fear, or naivety.

Used to describe a feeling of surprise mingled with admiration, caused by something beautiful, unexpected, or inexplicable.

Used to describe a strong feeling of great surprise or wonder.

Refers to a naive or unsophisticated lack of worldly experience.