doe-eyed

[ doh-ahyd ]

adjective

1. having large, innocent-looking, dark eyes.
2. naive; too ready to believe.

Word History and Origins

Origin of doe-eyed¹

First recorded in 1930–35; doe ( def ) + eyed

Example Sentences

The dark comedy shows Trump learning how to trade his morals for an outward appearance of toughness, a deal the doe-eyed mogul-in-waiting is quick to make.

From Salon

Duvall, the doe-eyed actor known for her role in Stanley Kubrick's 1980 horror classic "The Shining," passed away in July at the age of 75 as a result of complications from diabetes.

From Salon

And, in later seasons, he was also involved back at Villa as a club ambassador, still fondly remembered by doe-eyed fans, journalists and ex-team-mates as 'Shawsy', the blond bombshell striker with the surest of touches in front of goal.

From BBC

The building wraps around a stately pond, much of the furniture dates to the 18th century and the walls are hung with paintings of the French countryside and, in just about every room, portraits of Andrée and Huguette as doe-eyed girls.

From Los Angeles Times

Then, when she was 18, Janet suddenly and unexpectedly eloped with doe-eyed soul singer James DeBarge.

From BBC