Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
macropsia
noun
məˈkrɒp.si.ə
Definition
Macropsia is a visual perception disorder characterized by the distortion of the size of objects, making them appear larger than they actually are.
Examples
- The patient experienced macropsia, causing everything around her to feel overwhelming.
- After taking the medication, he complained of macropsia, which made daily activities difficult.
- Macropsia can be quite disorienting, especially when attempting to judge distances.
Meaning
It refers to a condition where a person sees objects as bigger than their true size.
Synonyms
- Giantism (in visual perception context)
- Enlargement perception
