Love is blind

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When someone is in love, they overlook faults in the person they love.

Despite her bad habits, John thinks she is perfect. Love is blind.
Visual representation of "love is blind" - When someone is in love, they overlook faults in the person they love

Often appears as...

  • true love is blind
  • love is blind and lovers cannot see

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emotional Bias

The phrase implies a person in love might ignore the negative traits of their partner.

Illustration for Emotional Bias
She forgave him too easily, but then, love is blind.
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Metaphorical Sense

Used metaphorically, 'blind' means lacking perception, awareness, or discernment.

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He never notices her shortcomings—love is blind, after all.
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Casual Expression

It's informal and often used among friends or in casual conversations, not formal settings.

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They say love is blind, but I just think he's smitten.
Visual representation of the word "Love is blind"

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