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Farsightedness   /fˌɑrsˈaɪtɪdnəs/   Listen
Farsightedness

noun
1.
A reduced ability to focus on near objects caused by loss of elasticity of the crystalline lens after age 45.  Synonym: presbyopia.
2.
Abnormal condition in which vision for distant objects is better than for near objects.  Synonyms: hypermetropia, hypermetropy, hyperopia, longsightedness.
3.
Seeing ahead; knowing in advance; foreseeing.  Synonyms: foresight, prevision, prospicience.





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Words linked to "Farsightedness" :   ametropia, knowing, farsighted, myopia


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