eye shadow

noun

Synonyms of eye shadownext
: a cosmetic cream or powder in one of various colors that is applied to the eyelids to accent the eyes

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Turning to makeup, Sennott sported an autumnal beauty, pairing taupe eye shadow with a matte rosewood lip. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026 About a decade ago, beauty lovers were blending lighter eye shadow onto the center of their lids, surrounding it with deeper shades to create that spotlight effect. — Marci Robin, Allure, 3 Nov. 2026 This skincare-forward, creamy formula neutralizes my purple-blue under-eye shadows, faking far more hours slept. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2026 Inspired by Parton’s iconic flashy feminine style, Musgraves wore a formfitting hot-pink sparkly dress with feather trimming, silver hoop earrings, and purple eye shadow. — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for eye shadow

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eye shadow was in 1922

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eyeshade
eye shadow
eyeshine
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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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eye shadow

noun
: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids

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