eye shadow

noun

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

Examples of eye shadow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At what point does an eye shadow palette stop being considered a luxury makeup purchase and start qualifying as a future family heirloom? — Marci Robin, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

Saie declined to comment on sales forecasts for the eye shadow, but described it as their biggest launch to date. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026

Cregan resigns the next day and heads back north after falling in love with Alysanne Blackwood, the cool archer lady with the eye shadow. — James Grebey, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026

Overall, the effect of both was a really subtle, sheer, wearable eye shadow that enhanced my eyes while still feeling really natural and effortless. — Elle Turner, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for eye shadow

• overshadow
• caddo
• foreshadow

Kids Definition

eye shadow

noun

: a colored cosmetic applied to the eyelids