Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nearsighted
Adjective
/ˈnɪərˌsaɪtɪd/
Definition
A condition where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly.
Examples
- She is nearsighted, so she wears glasses to read the chalkboard.
- After getting her new prescription, he noticed that his nearsighted eyes had improved.
Meaning
Nearsightedness, or myopia, is a common vision condition that affects the ability to see far-away objects sharply.
Synonyms
- Myopic
- Short-sighted
- Close-sighted
