The term "bloodshot" is most commonly used to describe the appearance of red or inflamed eyes, often caused by broken blood vessels. While typically associated with alcohol consumption or lack of sleep, bloodshot eyes can also be caused by allergies, infections, or exposure to irritants. In some cases, bloodshot eyes may be a sign of a more serious underlying medical condition, such as conjunctivitis or glaucoma.
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Word 'bloodshot' in Other Languages
- bloodshot in Assamese অসমীয়া
- bloodshot in Bengali বাংলা
- bloodshot in Bodo बड़ो
- bloodshot in Dogri डोगरी
- bloodshot in English
- bloodshot in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- bloodshot in Hindi हिन्दी
- bloodshot in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- bloodshot in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- bloodshot in Konkani कोंकणी
- bloodshot in Maithili মৈথিলী
- bloodshot in Malayalam മലയാളം
- bloodshot in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- bloodshot in Marathi मराठी
- bloodshot in Nepali नेपाली
- bloodshot in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- bloodshot in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- bloodshot in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- bloodshot in Santali
- bloodshot in Sindhi سنڌي
- bloodshot in Tamil தமிழ்
- bloodshot in Telugu తెలుగు
- bloodshot in Urdu اُردُو
Bloodshot
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/ˈblʊdˌʃɒt/
Definitions
- Having red or inflamed eyes due to the dilation of blood vessels in the eye.
- Referring to something or someone that shows signs of excessive drinking, fatigue, or intense emotion.
- In reference to an eye, characterized by redness and irritation due to a burst blood vessel.
Usage Examples
- His bloodshot eyes indicated he had been awake all night.
- The bloodshot appearance of her eyes was due to the emotional strain she had been under.
- After hours of staring at the computer, his eyes became bloodshot.
Etymology
The term "bloodshot" is derived from the combination of "blood," which refers to the red color due to the presence of blood, and "shot," referring to the outward appearance of a burst or inflamed condition, particularly in the eyes. The term has been used since the late 17th century to describe the red and inflamed look of the eye caused by the dilation of blood vessels.
Synonyms
- Red-eyed
- Blood-red
- Watery-eyed
- Inflamed
- Glassy-eyed
Antonyms
- Clear-eyed
- Healthy
- Bright-eyed
- Rested
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Ojos inyectados de sangre | /ˈoxos inˈʝekˌtados de ˈsaŋɡɾe/ |
| French | Yeux injectés de sang | /jø ɛ̃ʒɛkte də sɑ̃/ |
| German | Blutunterlaufene Augen | /bluːtʊntɐˈlaʊfənə ˈaʊɡn̩/ |
| Italian | Occhi iniettati di sangue | /ˈɔkki iˈɛttati di ˈsaŋɡwe/ |
| Portuguese | Olhos injetados de sangue | /ˈɔʎos ĩʒeˈtadus dʒi ˈsãɡu/ |
| Hindi | रक्ताभे नेत्र | /raktābhe netra/ |
| Mandarin | 血丝眼 | /xuè sī yǎn/ |
| Arabic | عيون مليئة بالدم | /ʕuyūn malīʾah bialdam/ |
| Russian | Кровавые глаза | /krɐˈvavɨjɪ ˈɡlazə/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
In British English: /ˈblʊdˌʃɒt/
In American English: /ˈblʊdˌʃɒt/
Historical Usage
The term "bloodshot" has been in use since at least the 17th century to describe the condition of the eyes due to illness or exhaustion. It was commonly referenced in literature to symbolize tiredness, drunkenness, or emotional distress.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, bloodshot eyes are associated with excessive drinking, sleeplessness, or intense emotions. In some cases, it is considered a sign of distress or mental exhaustion, while in others, it may simply indicate a lack of rest or overexertion.