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Another word for bugeyed

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Having bulging, protruding, or wide-open eyes, especially as a result of astonishment, fear, or excitement.

Usage Example

"The children sat bug-eyed in the front row as the magician made the elephant vanish from the stage."

Strongest
bug-eyed
pop-eyed
goggle-eyed
Strong
wide-eyed
saucer-eyed
round-eyed
astounded
Weak
dumbfounded

Opposites of bugeyed

The opposite of bugeyed shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

squinting
unimpressed
indifferent
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