Meaning & Definition of word "Blinded"

Blinded

/ˈblaɪndɪd/

verb:

  • 1. past tense of blind; to cause someone to be unable to see, either temporarily or permanently.
    • Example: The bright flash of the explosion blinded the onlookers for several moments.
  • 2. to shut out the sight of something; to make someone unaware or unable to see clearly.
    • Example: He was blinded by his ambition and could not see the risks involved.
  • 3. to confuse or overwhelm someone's judgment or perception.
    • Example: She was blinded by love and didn't notice the warning signs.

adjective:

  • 1. unable to see; lacking sight.
    • Example: The blinded man navigated the street with the help of his guide dog.

Etymology

Old English 'blindian', meaning to make blind.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blinded by science:

Overwhelmed by complexity or technicality.

blind leading the blind:

A situation where inexperienced individuals guide others who are similarly inexperienced.

blind spot:

An area that one does not see or is unaware of.

Related Words

blind:

Unable to see; lacking sight.

blindfold:

A piece of cloth used to cover the eyes, preventing sight.

blinding:

Causing blindness or a brief loss of vision.

Slang Meanings of blinded

Meaning: To be unaware of the truth or reality.

Example Sentence: She was blinded by love and couldn't see his flaws.

Meaning: To be overwhelmed and unable to focus.

Example Sentence: The amount of information was blinding and hard to process.