Gazed

The word 'gazed' describes the action of looking steadily and intently at someone or something for a prolonged period, often with fascination, wonder, or contemplation. It implies a focus of the eyes, often without actively speaking or moving. The duration of the gaze can vary, but the key element is the sustained nature of the visual attention. It suggests an absorption in the object of the gaze, implying curiosity, admiration, or perhaps even judgment, depending on the context and the observer's emotional state. The intensity of the gaze, and the associated emotion is significant to interpretating the impact on the one or object being gazed at.

Gazed meaning with examples

• Lost in the beauty of the sunset, she gazed at the vibrant colors painting the sky. Her eyes were wide, absorbing every shifting hue of orange and purple. The quiet beach and warm breeze added to the peacefulness as she gazed, the world around her fading into background noise, and the colors brought her solace.
• He gazed intently at the complex blueprint, trying to understand the intricate details of the construction project. He leaned in, his brow furrowed in concentration, as he gazed. The lines on the paper and the math made his eyes dart from the screen to the printed paper, and he found the next challenge in his task.
• The child gazed with wide-eyed wonder at the magician's astonishing tricks, completely captivated by the illusions. She did not blink, as she gazed and all the other children looked at her as the magician's focus point, watching her react, with anticipation of her surprise at the next illusion.
• He gazed sadly at the old photograph, remembering cherished memories of the people in the image. The people in the image were faded from memory and his feelings. He gazed, his heart ached with a bittersweet pang of nostalgia. Remembering their youth, he was looking at his family.
• They gazed lovingly into each other's eyes, communicating silently across the crowded room. His face revealed his infatuation, as they gazed, their connection deeper than words. She felt a surge of anticipation, and the silence spoke of love and unspoken emotions.