Myopia (Noun)
Meaning
(ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Myopia is a common vision problem in which close objects are seen clearly but distant objects appear blurred.
- This nearsightedness, also known as myopia, often starts in childhood and may get worse over time.
- A person diagnosed with myopia may experience difficulty viewing objects from a distance and may require corrective lenses or surgery.
- Severe myopia is associated with an increased risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal detachment.
- Prolonged use of digital devices at a close distance is hypothesized to increase the risk of developing myopia in children.