adj

bloodshot

Bloodshot (adj) means describing eyes that are red and irritated, usually from tiredness or crying. Example: “His bloodshot eyes gave away how little sleep he'd had.”

adj

Describing eyes that are red and irritated, usually from tiredness or crying.

"His bloodshot eyes gave away how little sleep he'd had."

How to use bloodshot

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRed, irritated eyes, often from lack of sleep, crying, or alcohol.

Common pairings

bloodshot eyes

Word forms

more bloodshot comparative, most bloodshot superlative

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Etymology

From "blood" plus "shot," meaning suffused or streaked with blood.

Frequently asked questions

What does “bloodshot” mean?

The word “bloodshot” means describing eyes that are red and irritated, usually from tiredness or crying. In plain terms, red, irritated eyes, often from lack of sleep, crying, or alcohol.

How do you use “bloodshot” in a sentence?

Here is “bloodshot” used in a sentence: “His bloodshot eyes gave away how little sleep he'd had.”

What part of speech is “bloodshot”?

“Bloodshot” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of bloodshot?

"bloodshot" (adj) means describing eyes that are red and irritated, usually from tiredness or crying.