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gaze Synonyms

Another word for gaze

Choosing another word for gaze depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
stare
Strong
look
regard
Weak
contemplation

• verb (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
stare
Strong
gape
gawk
peer
Weak
contemplate
observe

Opposites of gaze

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

glance
look away
glimpse
peek
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• Nearby Words

gaydar
gayness
gaza
gaze
gazebo
gazelle
gazer

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