nearsighted Definition
unable to see things clearly unless they are relatively close to the eyes, owing to the focusing of rays of light by the eye at a point in front of the retina; myopic..
Using nearsighted: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nearsighted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I can't read the board from the back of the classroom because I'm nearsighted.
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She has been wearing glasses since she was a child due to her nearsightedness.
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Nearsighted people often have difficulty seeing objects that are far away.
nearsighted Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for nearsighted
- myopic
- shortsighted
Antonyms for nearsighted
Summary: nearsighted in Brief
'Nearsighted' [neer-sahy-tid] is an adjective used to describe a person who is unable to see things clearly unless they are relatively close to the eyes. This condition is caused by the focusing of rays of light by the eye at a point in front of the retina, and is also known as 'myopic' or 'shortsighted.' Nearsightedness can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses.
