side eying
Doubtful lateral look
Side eying is looking at someone or something with suspicion, disapproval, or skepticism—a sideways glance rather than direct eye contact.
The look suggests judgment without direct confrontation: Everyone was side eying her outfit.
Often appears as side-eye (noun) or side-eye (verb): She gave him major side-eye when he said that.
- unconvincedNot yet believing
- skepticalInclined to question claims
- not buying itRefusing to accept claims
- doubtfulUncertain of truth
- waryGuardedly alert
raised eyebrow · glance · scornful · shade · microaggression · disapproving · passive-aggression · eye roll · distrust · trust issues · social cues · disdain · judgment · stare · smirk · squint · throwing shade · suspicion