blinded

[ˈblaɪndɪd]

blinded Definition

• 1. unable to see; lacking sight
• 2. prevented from seeing or realizing the truth about something

Using blinded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "blinded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The bright light blinded him temporarily.

• Example

  She was blinded by the sun.

• Example

  He was blinded in a car accident.

• Example

  The prejudice of his upbringing blinded him to the truth.

blinded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for blinded

• sightless
• visionless
• oblivious
• unaware
• unseeing

Antonyms for blinded

• sighted
• seeing
• aware
• informed

Phrases with blinded

• blinded by love

  unable to see the faults or shortcomings of someone or something due to strong feelings of affection or infatuation

  Example

  She was blinded by love and couldn't see that he was not good for her.

• blinded by rage

  unable to think or act rationally due to intense anger or fury

  Example

  He was blinded by rage and didn't realize the consequences of his actions.

• blinded by ambition

  unable to see the negative effects of one's actions or decisions due to an overwhelming desire for success or power

  Example

  He was blinded by ambition and didn't care about the people he hurt along the way.

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Summary: blinded in Brief

The adjective 'blinded' [ˈblaɪndɪd] refers to the state of being unable to see, either temporarily or permanently. It can also mean being prevented from seeing or realizing the truth about something, as in 'The prejudice of his upbringing blinded him to the truth.' The phrase 'blinded by love' describes being unable to see the faults or shortcomings of someone or something due to strong feelings of affection or infatuation.