dove-eyed
Definition
Adjective: "dove-eyed" describes a person, especially a woman, who has large, gentle, and innocent-looking eyes, reminiscent of the soft, serene gaze of a dove.
Usage Examples
- (She looked at him with eyes that seemed gentle and innocent.)
- (The artwork portrayed the princess's large, sweet, and pure eyes.)
Advanced Usage
- "to appear dove-eyed": to present oneself with a look of naive innocence or tenderness.
- The child appeared dove-eyed when asking for a treat, hoping to seem endearing. (The child's expression was deliberately soft and innocent to gain sympathy.)
Variants and Related Words
Dove (n): a bird symbolizing peace, gentleness, and love.
- The dove is often used as a symbol of peace. (The bird represents harmony.)
Dove-eyed (adj): a compound adjective formed from "dove" and "eyed," meaning having eyes like a dove's.
Synonyms
- Gentle-eyed: having a soft and kind expression.
- Innocent-looking: appearing naive or pure.
- Soft-eyed: having eyes that seem tender and mild.
Related Idioms
- Dove's eyes: a poetic phrase referring to a gentle, loving gaze.
- She looked at him with dove's eyes, full of warmth and trust. (Her eyes expressed affection and innocence.)
Cultural Note
The term "dove-eyed" is often used in romantic or literary contexts to evoke a sense of purity, vulnerability, or spiritual beauty, drawing on the dove's symbolic association with peace and grace.