Myopia: meaning, definitions and examples

vision condition

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error of the eye where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly. It occurs when the eyeball is too long or the cornea has too much curvature, causing light rays to focus in front of the retina instead of on it. Myopia is often diagnosed in childhood and can progressively worsen until the eye stops growing. Various treatment options exist, including eyeglasses, contact lenses, and refractive surgery.

nearsightedness, shortsightedness.

Examples of usage

• He has to wear glasses due to myopia.

• Myopia can make it difficult to see the board in class.

• She was diagnosed with myopia at a young age.

• Treatment options for myopia include corrective lenses.