Myopia

usgb/maɪˈəʊpiə/
noun

A situation where you can see things that are close, but objects far away look blurry.

I suffer from myopia, so I need to wear glasses.
Visual representation of "myopia" - A situation where you can see things that are close, but objects far away look blurry

Often appears as...

  • suffers from myopia
  • diagnosed with myopia
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Physical Condition

Myopia refers to an actual eye condition, not just any difficulty seeing.

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Because of her myopia, Janet couldn't see the whiteboard without her specs.
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Common Affliction

Many people have myopia; it's a common reason for wearing glasses or contact lenses.

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The optometrist said myopia is why I struggle to read road signs.
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Descriptive, Not Insult

Use 'myopia' to describe vision, not to insult someone's intelligence or awareness.

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Calling his attention to detail 'myopia' is incorrect; he's not literally shortsighted.
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