Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hemiopia
noun
ˌhɛmɪˈoʊpiə
Definition
Hemiopia is a condition characterized by partial loss of vision in one half of the visual field.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with hemiopia after experiencing difficulty seeing objects on the left side.
- Hemiopia can occur due to various neurological conditions affecting the brain’s visual processing areas.
Meaning
It refers to a situation where a person is able to see normally on one side but experiences blindness or diminished vision on the other side.
Synonyms
- hemianopia
- half-sight
