eyesight - Master This Word
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eyesight Word Meanings
- the ability to see
- the range of vision
- a person's sight or vision quality
eyesight Example Sentences
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eyesight Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈaɪsaɪt/
US
/ˈaɪsaɪt/
eyesight Word Etymology
Root decomposition: eye + sight. Historical origin: Old English 'ēage' + 'sīght' from Old French 'sighte'. Memory image: Imagine a bright eye gleaming as you see the world unfold in front of you.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Eyesight refers to the ability to see, and it also describes the range or quality of a person’s vision. We use eyesight for both everyday talk about what we can see and more technical phrases about vision health. It is similar to sight, but eyesight emphasizes a person’s overall visual capacity rather than a specific moment of looking. You might say a person has good eyesight, poor eyesight, or deteriorating eyesight. In medical contexts, doctors talk about eyesight in terms of acuity, fields of vision, and refractive errors. The word is a noun, and it is not usually countable in ordinary use.
Usage Reminders
- - Use eyesight for general visual ability, not a specific act of seeing.
- - Say 'good/poor eyesight' rather than 'good/poor vising'.
- - Compare eyesight with related words like sight and vision.
- - In medical contexts, pair with acuity or field of vision.
- - Do not pluralize eyesight in ordinary use.
Common Misconceptions
- Eyesight and vision are exactly the same in every context.
- Eyesight can be counted with plurals like 'eyesights'.
- Poor eyesight means you are blind or helpless.
- Eye problems only involve distance vision, not reading/near work.
- Wearing glasses fixes eyesight immediately and permanently.
Thinking Differences
Eyesight is treated as a broad capacity noun; learners may think it means a fixed moment of seeing, not a general ability.
Learning Tips
- Compare eyesight with sight and vision to notice nuance.
- Use good/poor eyesight with adjectives, not other adjectives.
- Pair with health terms: eyesight health, eyesight test.
- Remember it is usually uncountable.
- Practice common collocations: deteriorating eyesight, sharp eyesight.
- Read medical contexts to see how experts frame it.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the definition of 'eyesight'?
A.The ability to see
B.The ability to hear sounds
C.The state of being able to taste
D.The ability to smell
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'eyesight' correctly?
A.Her eyesight is so sharp that she can see through walls.
B.He has excellent eyesight and can read small print without glasses.
C.The cat has a good eyesight for catching mice at night.
D.After the storm, the sun set with a glorious eyesight.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'eyesight'?
A.Hearing
B.Vision
C.Touch
D.Taste
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'eyesight'?
A.Smell
B.Hearing
C.Blindness
D.Taste
Step 5: Mastery
Can you give an example of a real-life scenario involving poor vision?
A.She lost her ability to taste after the accident.
B.Many people wear glasses to improve their vision when reading books.
C.The bright colors of the sunset were vibrant that evening.
D.His hearing was impeccable, allowing him to catch every whisper.
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