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Eyeshigh reliabilitysubtle

Pupil Dilation

Enlargement of the pupils beyond what lighting conditions would require.

InterestAttractionEngagementFear

Visual Description

Pupils appear noticeably larger, creating a softer, more open eye appearance.

Duration: sustainedVisibility: subtle

How to Observe

  • Compare to baseline in similar lighting
  • Most reliable in controlled lighting
  • Requires close observation to detect

Context Matters

  • Lighting greatly affects pupil size
  • Certain medications cause dilation
  • Can indicate drug use
  • Autonomic response - hard to fake

Common Misinterpretations

  • May be lighting, not emotional response
  • Fear and attraction both cause dilation
  • Medical conditions can cause asymmetry

Quick Info

Primary Signal
Interest
Body Region
👁️Eyes
Reliability
high
Duration

sustained

Visibility

subtle

Associated Emotions