Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

miopia

noun

/miˈoʊ.pi.ə/

Definition

Miopia is a refractive error in the eye, commonly known as nearsightedness, where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly.

Examples

Many children are diagnosed with miopia at a young age.
She struggled in school because her miopia was undetected.
Wearing corrective lenses helped him see the board clearly despite his miopia.

Meaning

Miopia occurs when the shape of the eye prevents light from focusing directly on the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.