Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dilated pupils
noun
ˈdaɪ.leɪ.tɪd ˈpjuː.pəlz
Definition
The condition where the pupils of the eyes expand beyond their normal size.
Examples
- In low light, my dilated pupils struggled to focus on the objects around me.
- During the emotional scene, her dilated pupils revealed her heightened state of excitement.
- The optometrist noted the dilated pupils as a common reaction to the eye exam.
Meaning
Dilated pupils can occur due to various factors, such as changes in light conditions, emotions, or the influence of certain substances.
Synonyms
- widened pupils
- enlarged pupils
- expanded pupils
