Meaning of the word stare in English

What does stare mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stare

US /ster/

UK /steər/

look fixedly with wide open eyes at someone or something

Example:

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It's rude to stare at people.

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She couldn't help but stare at the beautiful painting.

Synonym:

gaze gawk gape peer ogle

a long fixed look

Example:

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He gave her a blank stare.

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She felt uncomfortable under his intense stare.

Synonym:

gaze look gawk glare

Related Word:

stare into