distorted vision

Bent, blurry seeing

Distorted vision is a visual impairment where objects appear warped, wavy, or misshapen rather than their true form.

It can result from eye conditions like macular degeneration or astigmatism, but also describes impaired perception more broadly: Alcohol gave him distorted vision.

Figuratively, someone with distorted vision sees situations inaccurately: His jealousy gave him a distorted vision of their friendship.

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