In somebody’s eyes
prepositional phrase
From the perspective of a particular person.
In the teacher's eyes, the student's essay was excellent.
Often appears as...
- in her eyes
- in his eyes
prepositional phrase
As seen, judged, or thought of by someone.
In my father's eyes, I can do no wrong.
Often appears as...
- in my eyes
- in your eyes
prepositional phrase
In someone's vision or gaze.
The fear was clear in her eyes.
Often appears as...
- in her eyes
- in his eyes
prepositional phrase
From the perspective of a particular person.
In the teacher's eyes, the student's essay was excellent.
Often appears as...
- in her eyes
- in his eyes
prepositional phrase
As seen, judged, or thought of by someone.
In my father's eyes, I can do no wrong.
Often appears as...
- in my eyes
- in your eyes
prepositional phrase
In someone's vision or gaze.
The fear was clear in her eyes.
Often appears as...
- in her eyes
- in his eyes
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Subjectivity Highlighted
Denotes a personal, biased view rather than a universal truth.
In the artist's eyes, the painting was a masterpiece, but others disagreed.
Pro Tip 2/3Relationship Relevance
Used to show whose opinion or perspective is especially significant in a situation.
In his daughter's eyes, he was more than just a father; he was a hero.
Pro Tip 3/3Figurative Expression
Commonly used to mean 'in someone's judgment' rather than literal sight.
In the critic's eyes, the movie was flawed.
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