Black Eye (Noun)

Meaning ¹

An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Synonyms

• Blow
• Reversal
• Reverse
• Setback

Hypernyms

• Occurrent
• Natural Event
• Happening
• Occurrence

Hyponyms

• Whammy

Meaning ²

A swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

• Shiner
• Mouse

Hypernyms

• Bruise

Meaning ³

A bad reputation; "his behavior gave the whole family a black eye".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

• Reputation