What does eye-roll mean?
Eye-roll means The circular movement of one's eyes, usually suggesting feelings of exasperation, disbelief or frustration..
Eye-roll
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
The circular movement of one's eyes, usually suggesting feelings of exasperation, disbelief or frustration..
Definitions by Sense
- The circular movement of one's eyes, usually suggesting feelings of exasperation, disbelief or frustration.
- (rare) To perform an eye-roll, or to express exasperation, disbelief or frustration through an eye-roll.
Example Sentences
Another mobile app? You get an eye roll. A rocket company? Everyone wants to go to space.
Bookstagrammers know about the eyerolls from people outside their community, the notion that because they’re bookstagrammers, they’re can’t be the “right kind” of reader.
Synonyms for eye-roll
Antonyms for eye-roll
Related Words
Word Forms
- eye-rolls
- eyeroll
- eye roll
- eye-rolling
- eye-rolled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for eye-roll?
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What is the opposite of eye-roll?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use eye-roll in a sentence?
Another mobile app? You get an eye roll. A rocket company? Everyone wants to go to space.
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