10 Ways to Read Someone Through Their Eyes

Eye Contact Intensity

Sustained Eye Contact: Indicates confidence, interest, or focus. It can also signal attraction or sincerity.

Pupil Dilation

Dilated Pupils: Often a sign of interest, attraction, or excitement. Pupils can dilate when someone is genuinely engaged or emotionally aroused.

Blink Rate

Increased Blinking: Can signal nervousness, anxiety, or stress. It may also occur when someone is lying or feeling uncomfortable.

Direction of Gaze

Looking Up and to the Right: May indicate someone is trying to recall a memory or construct an idea (often associated with lying, though not always).

Eyebrow Movements

Raised Eyebrows: Indicate surprise, interest, or skepticism. Raised eyebrows can also be a sign of questioning or disbelief.

Squinting

Narrowed Eyes: May indicate suspicion, skepticism, or intense focus. Squinting can also signal that someone is trying to scrutinize or question something.

Tearfulness

Watery Eyes: A sign of sadness, empathy, or overwhelming emotions. Tears can also be triggered by happiness or relief.

Eye Rolling

Rolling Eyes Upward: Often a gesture of frustration, annoyance, or dismissiveness. It’s a nonverbal way of expressing contempt or disagreement.

Glazed or Distant Look

Unfocused Eyes: Can indicate that someone is daydreaming, lost in thought, or not fully present in the moment. It may also suggest boredom or disinterest.

Rapid Eye Movement

Darting Eyes: Suggests nervousness, discomfort, or a desire to escape the situation. It can also be a sign that someone is lying or trying to think quickly on their feet.