With its monocle, the 🧐 emoji represents a face that was considered a status symbol in the 19th century. It shows furrowed eyebrows and a slightly raised head, as if examining something closely. Used to indicate that something seems suspicious to you, or that you are making a skeptical or ironic observation. In this way, it encourages close examination and promotes critical thinking. At the same time, it can also convey a certain sophistication or smug intelligence, as if you're acting like a “smartass“. Great for casting a wary eye around, this emoji is a fancier version of the brooding smiley face.