Definition

A condition where a person has a defect in their vision, often resulting in partial or complete loss of sight.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with anopsia after she reported difficulties seeing clearly.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of anopsia?

No, what does that mean?

It's a term for a defect in vision, like partial blindness.

Wow, I had no idea! That sounds really serious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anopsia is formed from "an-" (meaning without) and "opsis" (from Greek ὄψις, meaning sight or vision). The word describes a condition of being without sight or vision.

Memory Tip

Think of 'without' ('an-') and 'sight' ('opsis') to remember that anopsia refers to a lack of vision.

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