Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
myopia
Noun
/maɪˈoʊ.pi.ə/
Definition
Myopia is a common vision condition in which close objects appear clear, but distant objects are blurry.
Examples
- Without corrective lenses, people with myopia often struggle to see the scoreboard at a football game.
- Children are increasingly diagnosed with myopia at younger ages due to increased screen time.
Meaning
Often referred to as nearsightedness, myopia occurs when the eyeball is too long or the cornea is too curved, preventing light rays from focusing properly on the retina.
Synonyms
- Near-sightedness
- Nearsighted vision
- Short-sightedness
