blue-eyed

UK: ˌbluːˈaɪd | US: ˌbluːˈaɪd

Definition

  1. adj. having blue eyes

  2. adj. (figuratively) naive or overly trusting

Structure
blue <color>eyed <having eyes>
Etymology

The compound "blue-eyed" combines "blue," from Old English blǣwen (originally meaning "light-colored," later narrowed to the hue), and "eyed," derived from Old English ēage (eye) + the suffix -ed (possessing). The figurative sense ("naive") emerged in the 19th century, likely referencing innocence stereotypically associated with blue-eyed individuals.

Examples

  1. The blue-eyed baby stared curiously at the colorful toy.

  2. She was a blue-eyed optimist who believed in everyone’s goodness.

  3. His blue-eyed charm won over the audience instantly.

  4. Critics dismissed the plan as a blue-eyed fantasy.

  5. The portrait highlighted her striking blue-eyed gaze.