farsighted
7 synonyms and 3 antonyms for farsighted, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Able to see things at a distance clearly while nearby objects look blurred; hyperopic. The usual American spelling, written without a hyphen.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Able to see things at a distance clearly while nearby objects look blurred; hyperopic. The usual American spelling, written without a hyphen.
“The optometrist said she is mildly farsighted.”
Opposites
How to Use Farsighted
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Neutral; standard American spelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it farsighted or far-sighted?
Both are correct. American dictionaries list the closed form 'farsighted' first, while British writing tends to keep the hyphen — though British English more often says 'long-sighted' for the eye condition anyway.
What causes farsightedness?
Usually an eyeball that is slightly too short from front to back, or a cornea that is too flat, so light focuses behind the retina instead of on it. It is largely inherited and often present from childhood.