optical

adjective
UK: /ˈɒptɪkl/
US: /ˈɑːptɪkl/

  1. Relating to sight or vision.

    1. The optical illusion tricked my eyes for a moment showing impossible shapes.
    2. Optical instruments like telescopes enhance our capacity to view distant galaxies clearly.

  2. Relating to optics, the science of light and vision.

    1. Optical fibers are used to transmit data quickly using light pulses instead of electricity.
    2. The company specializes in optical technologies, developing advanced lenses and sensors.

  3. Designed to help or improve vision.

    1. I need to visit the optical store to get new glasses for reading small text.
    2. Many optical shops offer free eye exams to assess your vision and prescribe corrective lenses.

Synonyms

visual ocular optic

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "optical" in English means: Relating to sight or vision., Relating to optics, the science of light and vision., Designed to help or improve vision..

The phonetic transcription of "optical" is /ˈɒptɪkl/ in British English and /ˈɑːptɪkl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "optical": visual, ocular, optic.

Example usage of "optical": "The optical illusion tricked my eyes for a moment showing impossible shapes.". More examples on the page.