Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anopia

Noun
/əˈnoʊpiə/
Definition
Anopia refers to the absence or loss of vision in one or both eyes.
Examples
  • After the accident, he experienced temporary anopia and had difficulty seeing clearly.
  • Anopia can be a symptom of various underlying medical conditions affecting the optic nerve.
Meaning
Specifically, it indicates a condition where an individual is unable to perceive visual stimuli due to a defect or impairment in the visual pathway.
Synonyms
  • Blindness
  • Visual impairment
  • Vision loss