eyesight

noun

eye·​sight ˈī-ˌsīt 

1

: sight sense 4a

2

archaic : observation sense 1

Synonyms

• eye
• sight
• vision

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

Uranus Uranus can be glimpsed as a naked-eye object by people who are blessed with good eyesight and a clear, dark sky, as well as a forehand knowledge of exactly where to look for it. —Joe Rao, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024

Helena's declining health — including the degradation of her eyesight — has rendered those in-person meetings less and less possible. —Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024

Last week, the five-time Grammy winner revealed to ABC News’ Robin Roberts that his eyesight had deteriorated and that plans for a new album were put on hold as a result of the health issue. —Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 1 Dec. 2024

Here’s everything the Rocketman has shared about losing his eyesight. —Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 2 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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