as in eyesight
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a problem with the eye that prevents a person from seeing clearly
He needed to wear glasses because of his astigmatism.
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Recent Examples of astigmatism
The laser can also correct astigmatism (an abnormal curvature at the front surface of the lens that causes blurry vision).
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Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 28 May 2025
Eye damage can lead to cataracts, macular degeneration, and astigmatism.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 16 May 2025
Last year, Kiké Hernández did the same thing after discovering astigmatism (a condition caused by imperfections in the curvature of the eye that can impact vision) in his own right eye.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
Toric lenses: These lenses can also help correct astigmatism (a condition that affects the curve of the cornea or lens).
—Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 23 Mar. 2025
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Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 28 May 2025
Eye damage can lead to cataracts, macular degeneration, and astigmatism.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 16 May 2025
Last year, Kiké Hernández did the same thing after discovering astigmatism (a condition caused by imperfections in the curvature of the eye that can impact vision) in his own right eye.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
Toric lenses: These lenses can also help correct astigmatism (a condition that affects the curve of the cornea or lens).
—Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astigmatism
Noun
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Eventually, Paley’s eyesight deteriorated due to diabetes.—
Meilan Solly,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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Why not test your own eyesight by looking for Alcor tonight?—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Barrel Cards The barrel card exercise can help improve symptoms of strabismus (crossed eyes).—
Laura Schober,
Health,
12 Feb. 2025
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One of his conditions, strabismus,has also been reported by researchers to be behind the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, allowing the painter to perceive the world differently and facilitating his accurate depiction of three-dimensional objects on flat surfaces.—
Maya Davis,
CNN,
4 Aug. 2024
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Two days later, Angela was admitted to a hospital complaining of dizziness, an inability to focus her eyes and sluggish physical responses, according to the affidavit.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
15 July 2025
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Some shoppers poked fun at items in social media posts and mused that Target may be losing its sharp eye for design.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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“Astigmatism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astigmatism. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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