Nearsightedness

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  • Frequency of Use
    20 %
  • Retention Rate
    70 %
  • Complexity
    60 %
  • Nearsightedness Meanings

    noun a common vision condition in which objects nearby are seen clearly, but distant objects are blurry

    Fields related to nearsightedness

    Education

    Nearsightedness can impact a student's ability to see the board or read textbooks, leading to the need for accommodations in the classroom.

    Sports Medicine

    Athletes with nearsightedness may require specialized sports glasses or contact lenses to improve their vision during physical activities.

    Optometry

    Nearsightedness is a common vision condition where objects up close are clear, but objects farther away are blurry.

    Ophthalmology

    Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a refractive error that can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or surgery.

    Pediatrics

    Nearsightedness in children can affect their academic performance and may require regular eye exams to monitor and manage.

    Occupation Usage of nearsightedness

    Writer

    In literature, nearsightedness may be used as a metaphor for lacking foresight or insight into the future or broader consequences.

    Psychologist

    Psychologists may use nearsightedness to describe a limited perspective or focus on immediate concerns without considering long-term implications.

    Optometrist

    Optometrists diagnose and treat nearsightedness as a common vision problem, prescribing corrective lenses or other treatments to improve distance vision.

    Educator

    Educators may use nearsightedness as an analogy for students who struggle to see the big picture or make connections between different concepts.

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