Sighted

Sighted is an adjective that describes the state of having the ability to see; possessing the sense of sight. It is the antonym of "blind" or "visually impaired."

Meaning and Usage:

• Refers to individuals who have normal or adequate vision.
• Can be used in contexts relating to vision correction, such as "sighted individuals who wear glasses."
• May also refer to the condition of objects or environments being visible, for example, "The mountain peak was sighted from the valley floor." In this instance, it means "seen" or "observed."
• In some specialized contexts, especially nautical or aviation, "sighted" can refer to the act of determining a position or heading using visual instruments or landmarks. This is a more active form of the word.

Related Terms:

• Sight
• Vision
• Blind
• Visually impaired
• Eyesight

Figurative Usage:

While primarily referring to physical sight, "sighted" can occasionally be used figuratively to suggest understanding or awareness. For example, "We are now sighted on a solution to the problem," meaning we have an understanding of the solution. However, this usage is less common than its literal meaning.