Synonyms for astigmatism

Noun

1. astigmatism, astigmia, ametropia
usage: (ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea
2. astigmatism, astigmia, condition, status
usage: (optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point
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