Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chromatopsia

noun

kro-muh-TAHP-see-uh

Definition

Chromatopsia is a visual condition in which a person perceives colors in an abnormal way, seeing them differently than they should appear.

Examples

After the patient experienced an eye injury, they reported symptoms of chromatopsia, describing that everything appeared in shades of blue.
Chromatopsia can be a side effect of certain medications, causing temporary changes in color perception.

Meaning

It refers to the experience of seeing colors that are distorted or altered due to various factors, including certain medical conditions or drug effects.