Definition

A condition of partial blindness where a person cannot see clearly in one or both eyes.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with meropia after she reported difficulty seeing objects clearly.

Conversation

Have you heard about meropia?

No, what is it?

It's a condition of partial blindness that affects some people.

That's interesting! I wonder how they cope with it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Meropia is derived from the Greek roots 'meros' (meaning part) and 'opia' (meaning sight or vision). The term refers to a condition of partial vision or sight, indicating that only a part of the visual field is perceived clearly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'meros' meaning part and 'opia' meaning sight — this helps you remember that meropia refers to having only partial sight.

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