Opacification (Noun)
Meaning
The process of becoming cloudy or opaque.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The lens of the eye undergoes opacification as cataracts develop, causing vision to become cloudy and blurred.
- The buildup of coral and sediment in the aquarium led to a gradual opacification of the water, making it difficult to observe the marine life.
- The wine glass, once crystal clear, had undergone significant opacification over the years due to the buildup of sediment and mineral deposits.
- As the patient's glaucoma progressed, opacification of the cornea made it increasingly difficult for her to see clearly.
- After years of exposure to the elements, the once-transparent plastic sheeting had undergone complete opacification, blocking out most of the sunlight.