Meaning & Definition of word "Blindness"
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Blindness
/ˈblaɪnd.nəs/
noun:
- 1. the condition of being unable to see.
- Example: The charity works to help those suffering from blindness by providing resources and support.
- 2. lack of perception, awareness, or judgment.
- Example: His blindness to the obvious problems in the project led to its failure.
- 3. the inability to perceive or understand something.
- Example: Her emotional blindness prevented her from recognizing the signs of her friend's distress.
Etymology
Middle English, from blind + -ness.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blind leading the blind:
A situation where an uninformed person is guided by another who is equally uninformed.
blind spot:
An area where a person lacks knowledge or awareness.
go blind:
To lose the ability to see, often suddenly.
Related Words
blind:
Having no sight; unable to see.
sight:
The ability to see; the ability to perceive visual stimuli.
Slang Meanings of blindness
Meaning: To be completely unaware or oblivious to a situation.
Example Sentence: He's blind to the fact that she doesn't like him.
Meaning: Having a lack of understanding or insight.
Example Sentence: She's blind to the consequences of her actions.