Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

optical

Adjective
/ˈɒp.tɪ.kəl/
Definition
Relating to sight or the ability to see.
Examples
  • An optical illusion can trick our brains into seeing something that isn’t there.
  • The optical fibers are used for transmitting data as light signals.
  • She wore glasses with optical lenses to correct her vision.
Meaning
Optical refers to anything that involves vision or light, particularly concerning how we perceive things visually.
Synonyms
  • Visual
  • Vibrant
  • Illusory
  • Photonic
  • Spectral