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popeyed Synonyms
Another word for popeyed
Choosing another word for popeyed depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having the eyes wide open in astonishment, fear, or intense eagerness.
Usage Example
"The children stood wide-eyed with wonder as the magician pulled a live dove from his hat."
Strongest
wide-eyed
bug-eyed
Strong
astonished
dumbfounded
thunderstruck
aghast
• adjective (Context 2)
Having prominent or bulging eyes, either naturally or as a result of a medical condition.
Usage Example
"The aquarium tank was filled with brightly colored, bug-eyed goldfish swimming through the plants."
Strongest
bug-eyed
goggle-eyed
Strong
exophthalmic
Opposites of popeyed
The opposite of popeyed shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
sunken-eyed
unfazed
unimpressed
hollow-eyed
indifferent
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Popeyed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/popeyed