Eyeopener: meaning, definitions and examples
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eyeopener
[ ˈaɪˌoʊpənər ]
revelation moment
An eye-opener is an experience or event that reveals or exposes something previously unknown or hidden, often leading to a significant change in perspective. It can refer to a moment of realization that brings new understanding or insight about life, people, or situations.
Synonyms
awakening, insight, revelation.
Examples of usage
- The documentary was a real eye-opener about climate change.
- Her trip to the museum was an eye-opener about ancient cultures.
- Reading that book was an eye-opener for me regarding my own beliefs.
Translations
Translations of the word "eyeopener" in other languages:
🇵🇹 abertura de olhos
🇮🇳 आंखें खोलने वाला
🇩🇪 Augenöffner
🇮🇩 pembuka mata
🇺🇦 пробудження
🇵🇱 otwieracz oczu
🇯🇵 目を開かせるもの
🇫🇷 ouvre-œil
🇪🇸 abreojos
🇹🇷 göz açıcı
🇰🇷 눈을 뜨게 하는 것
🇸🇦 مفتاح الوعي
🇨🇿 otevření očí
🇸🇰 otvárač očí
🇨🇳 开眼
🇸🇮 odpiranje oči
🇮🇸 auguopnari
🇰🇿 көз ашар
🇬🇪 თვალების გახსნა
🇦🇿 göz açan
🇲🇽 abreojos
Etymology
The term 'eye-opener' is believed to originate from the early 20th century, combining the word 'eye,' which has been used metaphorically to refer to perception and awareness, with 'opener,' a term that denotes something that reveals or exposes. Its usage has evolved to signify any experience that leads to a new understanding or awareness, often serving as a catalyst for change in thought or behavior. The metaphorical use of 'eye' relating to vision can be traced back to Old English and throughout various languages, where seeing is closely connected with knowledge and insight. Over the years, 'eye-opener' has gained popularity, particularly in literature and conversation, as people seek to articulate those moments in their lives when they have acquired a new and significant understanding of a situation or concept.