ALL meanings of dewy-eyed
dew·y-eyed
D d - adjective dewy-eyed If you say that someone is dewy-eyed, you are criticizing them because you think that they are unrealistic and think events and situations are better than they really are. 3
- adjective dewy-eyed naive, innocent, or trusting, esp in a romantic or childlike way 3
- adjective dewy-eyed trustful, innocent, optimistic, etc.; not cynical or suspicious 3
- adjective dewy-eyed romantically naive or credulous; sentimental, innocent, and trusting: dewy-eyed, aspiring young actresses. 1
- adjective dewy-eyed Having eyes with a moist, glistening appearance, especially as indicating that one is on the verge of crying or that one is experiencing strong emotions. 0
- adjective dewy-eyed (figuratively) Naive or innocent in the manner of a child. 0
- adjective dewy-eyed Excessively nostalgic. 0