Synonyms for

Eyeing

Verb / ˈaɪɪŋ / Another word for eyeing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Looking at or watching closely or carefully.

Synonyms & similar words

eyeball eye watching observing surveying gazing staring scrutinizing scanning peering checking examining inspecting viewing beholding regarding contemplating perusing glancing

Example sentences

  1. She was eyeing the toy in the store window.
  2. He was eyeing the basketball hoop at the park.
  3. Mom was eyeing the vegetables at the grocery store.
  4. The cat was eyeing the bird on the tree.
  5. The teacher was eyeing the students during the test.

Quotes

  • I was eyeing the water carafe, but decided against it. I didn't want to be up all night peeing.
  • I saw her eyeing the cupcakes, but she didn't take one.
  • I was eyeing the chocolate cake, but I know I shouldn't.

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