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gaze Antonyms

Opposite of gaze

Because the opposite of gaze shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A steady, intent look, often reflecting admiration, curiosity, or deep thought.

Usage Example

"She turned her glance toward the distant mountains as the sun began to set."

Strongest
glance
Strong
glimpse
peek

• verb (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

"The children stood on the deck to glance at the stars in the clear night sky."

Strongest
glance
Strong
look away
glimpse
peek

Similar words to gaze

Words similar to gaze shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

stare
look
gape
regard
gawk
peer
contemplate
observe
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• Nearby Words

gawp
gay
gayness
gaze
gazette
gazillion
gazillionaire

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Gaze. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/gaze
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