Definition

Describing something that causes the pupils of the eyes to become smaller.

Example

The doctor prescribed a miotic medication to help reduce the pressure in the patient's eyes.

Conversation

Did you notice how my eyes were looking yesterday?

Yeah, they seemed a bit smaller than usual.

I think it’s because of that miotic medication I took.

Ah, that makes sense! It can really affect how your pupils react.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A substance that makes the pupil of the eye smaller or causes it to constrict.

Example

The doctor prescribed a miotic to help reduce the pressure in the patient's eye.

Conversation

Did you know that some eye drops can act as a miotic?

Really? I didn't know that! What do they do?

They actually help constrict the pupil, which can be useful in certain conditions.

Root Explanation

Miotic → It is derived from the Greek word "mios" (meaning less) and the suffix "-tic" (pertaining to). The term "miotic" refers to substances or conditions that cause constriction of the pupil, hence making it smaller or less in size.

Memory Tip

Think of 'less' ('mios') to remember that 'miotic' refers to something that makes the pupil smaller.

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