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Definition of Hyperopia
1. Noun. Abnormal condition in which vision for distant objects is better than for near objects.
Exact synonyms: Farsightedness, Hypermetropia, Hypermetropy, Longsightedness
Generic synonyms: Ametropia
Specialized synonyms: Farsightedness, Presbyopia
Derivative terms: Farsighted, Hypermetropic, Hypermetropic, Hyperopic, Longsighted
Antonyms: Myopia
Generic synonyms: Ametropia
Specialized synonyms: Farsightedness, Presbyopia
Derivative terms: Farsighted, Hypermetropic, Hypermetropic, Hyperopic, Longsighted
Antonyms: Myopia
Definition of Hyperopia
1. n. Hypermetropia.
Definition of Hyperopia
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Medical Definition of Hyperopia
1. Farsightedness or hyperopia occurs when a refractive error in which light rays entering the eye are focused behind the retina. This condition is easily corrected with corrective lenses or contact lenses. (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Hyperopia
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