Pronunciation: /aɪ ˈoʊ.pər/
noun something that provides new and unexpected information or insight
A1 Seeing the sunrise over the mountains was a real eye opener for me.
A2 Visiting a third world country was a real eye opener and made me appreciate what I have.
B1 Attending the conference was a real eye opener to the latest developments in the industry.
B2 Reading that book was a real eye opener and changed my perspective on life.
C1 Traveling to different countries has been a constant eye opener to different cultures and ways of life.
C2 Studying abroad was a real eye opener and broadened my horizons in ways I never imagined.
formal The seminar on climate change was a real eye opener for many of the attendees.
informal Watching that documentary was a total eye opener, I had no idea about the impact of plastic pollution.
slang That movie was a real eye opener, it made me realize how much I take things for granted.
figurative Traveling to a third world country can be a real eye opener and make you appreciate the things you have.
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