moonstruck

adjective

Definition of moonstrucknext
as in moony

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  1. moony
  2. dreamy
  3. nostalgic
  4. starry-eyed
  5. sentimental
Adjective
  • Malinauskas opened the second box, which contained a Bell & Ross Regulateur with a big, moony face and a stainless-steel bezel.
    — Susan Orlean, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2019
  • Yet, Bronson still stood out, with his alternately creepy and moony portrayal of a man biding his time dating Wood’s mother while vying for the younger woman’s attention.
    — Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle, 28 Feb. 2018
Definition of moony
Adjective
  • Argentina While Argentina’s on-pitch style is anything but relaxed, their color palette pairs perfectly with dreamy designs, light fabrics, and airy silhouettes.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 17 July 2026
  • The Eras Tour performer is pictured squatting in her dreamy pink-and-white strapless gown by designer Markarian, offering a closer look at her teardrop earrings and classic low-bun updo.
    — Ashleigh Carter, InStyle, 17 July 2026
Definition of dreamy
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, across the street, The Hitch General Store delights visitors with nostalgic treats such as Goo Goo Clusters, Moon Pies, jams, honey, and classic bottled sodas.
    — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
  • Defined by a high waist, straight or slightly loose silhouette, and nostalgic air, this denim trend has become a force on the catwalks, in our social media feeds, and with the biggest street style stars in all the fashion capitals around the world.
    — René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 17 July 2026
Definition of nostalgic
Adjective
  • One starry-eyed Minion, though, James, vows to mount a monster movie with real monsters.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
  • The entire action takes places on a Broadway stage where 17 actors, both starry-eyed newcomers and grizzled stage veterans, are auditioning for one of eight spots on a chorus line of an upcoming musical.
    — Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 18 May 2026
Definition of starry-eyed
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  • As per other members of the British royal family, Queen Camilla often wears those sentimental pieces during special occasions as a way to pay homage to the long-reigning British monarch.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
  • England, given the potential of ending the 60 years of futility, was a sentimental favorite to emerge from the final four powers at this World Cup, which also included Argentina (who last won in 2022), France (2018) and Spain (2010).
    — Sean Gregory, Time, 15 July 2026
Definition of sentimental
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