矊 (mián) - With deep, gazing eyes & to look intently

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矊 · mián

With deep, gazing eyes;

to look intently;

also refers to a state of being mesmerized or captivated.

With deep, gazing eyesto look intentlyalso refers to a state of being mesmerized

Usage highlights

Deep gazeTo stare intentlyCaptivated gazeMesmerizing eyesLook with fixed attention

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 瞥— to glance briefly
  • 扫视— to scan, to sweep one's eyes over

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She gazed deeply into his eyes (矊矊地看着他).
  • The child stared in wonder at the stars (孩子矊视着星星).
  • His eyes were fixed on the distant mountains (他的目光矊向远山).

Collocations

  • Deep gaze(矊视)
  • To stare intently(矊望)
  • Captivated gaze(矊眄)
  • Mesmerizing eyes(矊目)
  • Look with fixed attention(凝矊)

Idioms

  • Gazing with deep affection(含情矊眄)
  • Eyes fixed in a trance(目矊心凝)
  • A long, lingering look(凝矊久视)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character is rare in modern usage and is primarily found in classical or literary contexts.
  • It often describes a specific, intense quality of looking, associated with deep thought, admiration, or enchantment.

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