Eyewash/ˈaɪwɑːʃ/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Deceptive Language Used to indicate fake or insincere actions meant to look good. The company's commitment to the environment is eyewash to win customers. Pro Tip 2/3Skeptical Tone Conveys disbelief or doubt about someone's sincerity or intentions. Her excuse for being late felt like eyewash, considering her past. Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Insinuation Implies that there is more to the situation than meets the eye. He says he donates to charity, but it's just eyewash, isn't it?