Eyesight: meaning, definitions and examples

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eyesight

[ ˈaɪˌsaɪt ]

^{Context #1}

good

The ability to see; the faculty of sight.

Synonyms

sight, vision

Examples of usage

My eyesight is getting worse as I get older.
She has perfect eyesight and doesn't need glasses.

^{Context #2}

poor

The quality or state of being able to see, especially when it is not very good.

Synonyms

sight, vision

Examples of usage

He has poor eyesight and needs to wear glasses all the time.
Her eyesight deteriorated due to the long hours spent in front of the computer.

Translations

Translations of the word "eyesight" in other languages:

🇵🇹 visão

🇮🇳 दृष्टि

🇩🇪 Sehkraft

🇮🇩 penglihatan

🇺🇦 зір

🇵🇱 wzrok

🇯🇵 視力

🇫🇷 vision

🇪🇸 vista

🇹🇷 görüş

🇰🇷 시력

🇸🇦 رؤية

🇨🇿 zrak

🇸🇰 zrak

🇨🇳 视力

🇸🇮 vid

🇮🇸 sjón

🇰🇿 көзқарас

🇬🇪 ხედვა

🇦🇿 görmə

🇲🇽 visión

Word origin

The word 'eyesight' originated in the late 16th century, combining the words 'eye' and 'sight'. It refers to the ability to see, encompassing the faculty of sight. The development of eyesight has been crucial for the evolution of species, allowing organisms to perceive their environment and navigate the world. Throughout history, advancements in medicine and technology have contributed to the understanding and improvement of eyesight, leading to the development of corrective lenses and surgical procedures for vision enhancement.