OPEN-EYED Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

open-eyed

adjective

ˌō-pən-ˈīd

Definition of open-eyed

as in awake

paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity an open-eyed deer cautiously grazed in the backyard

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Recent Examples of open-eyed However, any moments that would be guaranteed to be grim end up being almost benign, as dead bodies are intact, have strangely unemotional, open-eyed faces, and almost seem like mannequins buried under mud and sand. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 An open-eyed believer in a future of sunlight, even with storm clouds and meteors on the horizon. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026 Her debut full-length, al romper la burbuja, features 14 songs that speak to the daily angst of a 21-year-old navigating the world with open-eyed curiosity. — Leila Cobo, Billboard, 18 July 2025 Without their glowing, open-eyed performances, often shown in extremely tight close-ups, the film might have floated off like the green fairy from the absinthe bottle. — Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 8 July 2025 For Hazony, the common good can be divined from an open-eyed examination of history and nature. — Charles King, Foreign Affairs, 20 June 2023

Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-eyed

Adjective

Ernest couldn’t sleep, but lay awake on his mattress in the basement, figuring.

— Madeline ffitch, Harpers Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026
The first, obvious to anyone else who was half-awake, was that the Kravis Studio was not nearly big enough for the performance it was required to contain.

— Nolan Kelly, Artforum, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of awake

Adjective

But homeowners with gardens and trees should be alert as warmer temperatures mean many plants could struggle to retain moisture.

— Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2026
Kindel — who the Penguins said is conscious, alert and in stable condition — was taken to the University of Utah Hospital for further evaluation.

— Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of alert

Adjective

Lacy said people should always be vigilant when walking in a public space, and urged people to report any suspicious activity by calling 911.

— Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
Even the ads that are supposedly okay for kids can be overstimulating and aggressive, so try to be vigilant on those, too.

— Emily Palmer Heller, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of vigilant

Adjective

Under the watchful direction of director Brenda Porter, who is also the artistic director for Impact Theater, the cast is fine-tuning the drama.

— La'Tasha Givens, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Eufy Indoor Security Camera Deal Keep a watchful eye on your pets and living space with the dual-lens Eufy S350 4K Indoor Security Camera.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of watchful

Adjective

The slim, precision wand grips even the straightest lashes, creating a wide-awake, lash-lift effect in just one coat.

— Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 26 Jan. 2026
From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Dec. 2025

Definition of wide-awake

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