Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amblyopia
Noun
/ˌæm.bliˈoʊ.pi.ə/
Definition
Amblyopia, often referred to as ‘lazy eye,’ is a visual impairment that occurs when one eye does not develop proper eyesight, even with correction.
Examples
- Amblyopia can occur when one eye is much more nearsighted or farsighted than the other.
- Early diagnosis and treatment of amblyopia can prevent permanent vision loss.
- Patch therapy is one common treatment used to help improve vision in the lazy eye.
Meaning
It is a condition in which vision in one eye is reduced because the eye and the brain are not working together properly. The brain favors one eye over the other, leading to poor vision in the affected eye.
Synonyms
- Lazy eye
- Suppressed vision
- Visual impairment
