amblyopic

Meanings

• noun

  A condition where an individual has reduced vision or visual perception in one eye compared to the other, often resulting in decreased depth perception and difficulty with coordination and focusing.

  - "Despite being amblyopic in her right eye, she managed to score an A in her math class."
  - "The optometrist diagnosed the child as amblyopic and prescribed glasses for her weaker eye."

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Variants

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amblyopia , amblyopias , amblyopic , lazy eye

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'amblyops', meaning 'blind in one eye'.

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Trivia

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1. Amblyopia is the most common cause of monocular (one-eyed) vision loss in children.

2. Treatment for amblyopia is most effective when started before the age of seven.

3. Some famous people, such as Pablo Picasso and Daniel Day-Lewis, are believed to have been amblyopic.

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Related Concepts

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1. Strabismus: A condition where the eyes are not aligned properly, often causing amblyopia.

2. Anisometropia: A condition where there is a significant difference in refractive power between the two eyes, leading to amblyopia.

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Culture

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Amblyopia is a common condition, particularly in childhood, and can be addressed through various treatments such as eye patches, glasses, and vision therapy.

How to Memorize "amblyopic"

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   - Imagine wearing an eye patch over one eye.

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3. mnemonics
   

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