Definition

Noun: 1. The normal use of the faculty of vision; the ability to see clearly. This term refers to the condition of having normal, functional eyesight, as opposed to being visually impaired or blind. It emphasizes the possession and typical use of the sense of sight.

Usage

• "Sightedness" is a formal or technical noun used to describe the state of having vision.
• It is often used in contrast to terms like "blindness" or "visual impairment."
• It is less commonly used in everyday conversation than simpler terms like "eyesight" or "vision."

Examples

• The basic requirement for a driver's license is adequate sightedness.
• The study compared the visual acuity of individuals with normal sightedness to those with myopia.
• Her sightedness allowed her to appreciate the intricate details of the painting.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in philosophical or metaphorical contexts to contrast literal vision with perception or understanding (e.g., "insight" vs. "sightedness").
• It can be modified by adjectives to describe the quality of vision, such as "perfect sightedness," "impaired sightedness," or "partial sightedness."

Variants and Related Words

• Sighted (adjective): Having the ability to see; not blind.
  • The museum offers tours for both sighted and visually impaired visitors.
• Farsightedness (noun): A condition where distant objects are seen more clearly than near ones; hyperopia.
• Nearsightedness (noun): A condition where near objects are seen more clearly than distant ones; myopia.

Synonyms

• Vision
• Eyesight
• Visual acuity
• Seeing

Antonyms

• Blindness
• Sightlessness
• Visual impairment

Noun

1. normal use of the faculty of vision