sighted

word · lemma: sight

/ˈsaɪtɪd/
/sˈaɪtɪd/

Definition

Describes someone who can see (not blind), or something that has been seen or noticed.

Usage & Nuances

As an adjective, 'sighted' most often means not blind (e.g., 'sighted person'). Also used as a past participle to mean 'seen' ('last sighted near the river'). Formal/neutral register. Don't confuse with 'sighted' as in 'having a goal in sight', which is rare.

Example Sentences

He is a sighted person.

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The sighted can read this sign easily.

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The missing dog was last sighted near the park.

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"Are you sighted or do you need help reading the menu?"

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After several hours, the rare bird was finally sighted by photographers.

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Most sighted people take reading for granted.

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