Gaze

/ɡeɪz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A steady or intent look.

His gaze lingered on her face, searching for any hint of emotion.

An intense or fixed stare.

The child's gaze was unwavering as he watched the magician perform.

verb

To look steadily and intently, especially in admiration, surprise, or thought.

She gazed at the stars, mesmerized by their beauty.

To look fixedly or vacantly, as in deep thought or concentration.

He gazed into the distance, lost in his own thoughts.

Middle English 'gazen', from 'gaze' (noun).

gaze in wonder

to look at something with amazement or admiration.

gaze into the abyss

to contemplate something profound and potentially alarming.

gaze into someone's eyes

to look deeply into someone's eyes, often conveying emotion.

stare

to look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something.

glance

to take a brief or hurried look.

to check someone out

He was gazing at her across the room.

to daydream or lose focus while looking

I just sat there gazing during the lecture.