eyesight

noun

eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt 

1

: sight sense 4a

2

archaic : observation sense 1

Synonyms of eyesight

• eye
• vision
• sight

Examples of eyesight in a Sentence

He wears glasses because his eyesight is not good.

the keen eyesight of a bird of prey

Recent Examples on the Web

Nursing requires diligent, precise work, so risking her eyesight to harmful UV exposure is a non-option. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026

Each team was sequestered in its own area, well out of the eyesight of the others, and each serving a different role set behind a separate nest of monitors, showing nine different camera angles of the action taking place. —Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026

Vision loss can be particularly difficult for seniors, as impaired eyesight can lead to more falls, decreased mobility and loss of independence, the doctor told Fox News Digital. —Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 24 Feb. 2026

Then her eyesight deteriorated, which necessitated a month of radiation. —Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for eyesight

• acolyte
• aconite
• allanite
• alunite
• amberlite
• ammonite
• amorite
• amphitrite
• analyte
• anchorite
• andesite
• anhydrite

Kids Definition

eyesight

noun

eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt 

: sight entry 1 sense 3, vision

keen eyesight

Medical Definition

eyesight

noun

eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt 

: sight sense 2