myopia
definition
a condition of the eye where distant objects appear blurred
example
After getting an eye exam, I found out that I have myopia, which explains why I struggle to see distant objects clearly.
synonyms
nearsightednessshortsightedness
word origin — The word 'myopia' originates from the Greek word 'myops', meaning 'to blink' or 'to close the eyes', which reflects the way a person with myopia may squint to see better.