Wide-eyed (adjective)

Having eyes that are wide open and fully alert.

Origin:

The word "wide-eyed" originated in the late 16th century from the combination of the words "wide" and "eyed".

Examples:

1. The child was wide-eyed with wonder as she gazed at the brightly lit Christmas tree.
2. The wide-eyed expression on her face made it clear that she was not expecting the surprise party.
3. The young deer was wide-eyed and nervous as it stood in the middle of the road.
4. He was wide-eyed and amazed at the sight of the towering skyscraper.
5. The tourists were wide-eyed as they explored the bustling city streets.