sight for sore eyes

Definitions

A person or thing that one is extremely pleased or relieved to see.

Something that is very welcome or delightful to look at after a long period of absence or distress.

Examples

After being lost in the woods for hours, the sight of the rescue team was a sight for sore eyes.

You have been away for so long; seeing you walk through that door is truly a sight for sore eyes.

Synonyms

a welcome sight a pleasant surprise a delightful encounter a long-awaited arrival

Antonyms

an unwelcome sight an eyesore a disappointing appearance a distressing vision