Visual Acuity (Noun)
Meaning
Sharpness of vision; the visual ability to resolve fine detail (usually measured by a Snellen chart).
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The ophthalmologist tested the patient's visual acuity to determine the severity of her nearsightedness.
- A person with normal visual acuity can read the 20/20 line on a Snellen chart from 20 feet away.
- The study found that visual acuity in older adults declines significantly after the age of 60.
- The eye doctor used a Snellen chart to assess the child's visual acuity and determine if she needed corrective lenses.
- Visual acuity is an important factor in determining whether someone is eligible to obtain a driver's license.