More (To It) Than Meets the Eye 👀
Definition:
“More (to it) than meets the eye” suggests that what is seen on the surface is just a fraction of the story. There’s hidden complexity, intrigue, or significance awaiting discovery. Keep your magnifying glasses handy, folks!
Synonyms:
- Tip of the iceberg
- Hidden depths
- The plot thickens
- Underneath it all
Antonyms:
- What you see is what you get
- Open book
- Transparent
Humor-Filled Quotes & Proverbs:
- Tallulah Bankhead: “There is less in this than meets the eye.” (Ouch!)
- Unknown: “Some people are so predictable, they’re like a see-through toaster.”
Literary References:
- John Galsworthy, The Man of Property (1906): “There’s more here, sir,” says the Inspector over the dead body, “than meets the eye.”
Movies & TV:
- Transformers series: “More than meets the eye,” because obviously, they’re robots in disguise.
- The X-Files, where almost every episode proves there’s something more lurking beneath the surface drama.
Inspirational Thought:
“Do you have the courage to peel back the layers and discover the depths beneath the apparent? Remember, diamonds are merely rocks with more to them than meets the eye.”
Quiz Time! 🚀
### Which of these phrases have a similar meaning to "more (to it) than meets the eye"?
- [x] Tip of the iceberg
- [ ] As plain as day
- [x] The plot thickens
- [ ] Light as a feather
> **Explanation:** "Tip of the iceberg" and "The plot thickens" both imply there's hidden or additional complexity to a situation. "As plain as day" and "Light as a feather" are not about hidden depths.
### True or False: The phrase "more (to it) than meets the eye" conveys simplicity.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** The idiom specifically indicates complexity and hidden layers rather than simplicity.
### Which creative works feature the phrase 'more (to it) than meets the eye'?
- [x] The Man of Property
- [ ] The Joy of Cooking
- [ ] The Cat in the Hat
- [x] Transformers
> **Explanation:** Both "The Man of Property" and "Transformers" are known to use the phrase or neighboring idea, while culinary or child's rhyme-focused titles don't quite fit the bill.
Author’s Note: Delve beyond appearances, dear readers; life is full of hidden treasures. Ever a mystery enigma, this idiom invites us to question and unearth the world’s intricate beauty. Go forth and explore!
💬 - Eleanor Wordsmith
