Definition

Lacking eyes or the ability to see.

Example

The eyeless creature moved through the dark cave without any trouble.

Conversation

Did you see that movie about the eyeless creature?

Yeah, it was so creepy!

I couldn't believe how they portrayed it as eyeless yet still so expressive.

Right? It really made you think about perception.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eyeless → It is formed from "eye" (from Old English "ēage", meaning the organ of sight) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "eyeless" means without eyes or lacking the ability to see.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') the 'organ of sight' ('eye') — that's why eyeless means lacking eyes.

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