noun
strong look; piercing gaze; intense eyes
Refers to the compelling, forceful impression given by one's eyes, often suggesting determination, confidence, or charisma. Commonly used in contexts like acting, photography, or describing someone's presence.
彼女は目力が強くて、写真に写るととても印象的だ。
She has very intense eyes, and they look really striking in photos.
あの俳優は目力だけで観客を引きつける。
That actor captivates the audience with just his powerful gaze.
Search-only kanji form; not a standard spelling.
眼光 is more literary and often refers to a sharp, discerning glint in the eye, while 目力 is a modern, casual term for the overall strength or impact of one's gaze.
視線 simply means 'line of sight' or 'gaze' without the connotation of intensity; 目力 specifically emphasizes the powerful impression the eyes give.
Compound of 目 (me, 'eye') and 力 (chikara, 'power'), with rendaku voicing. The reading めぢから reflects the older kana usage (ぢ for ji), while めじから is a common modern spelling variant. The word is a relatively recent coinage that gained popularity in the 2000s.