Definition

The inward or outward movement of the eyes when looking at something, helping to focus on objects that are near or far away.

Example

The doctor tested my eye vergence to see how well I could focus on close objects.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how our eyes need to vergence when we focus on something up close?

Yeah, it's interesting how they work together to help us see clearly.

Exactly! I read that the vergence helps our brain process depth, too.

That makes sense; it's amazing how our vision adapts to different distances.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vergence → It is formed from "vergere" (meaning to incline or bend). The word "vergence" refers to the act of inclining or bending towards a point, often used in the context of vision or movement.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'verge' which relates to bending or inclining — this helps you remember that 'vergence' means the act of inclining towards a point.

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