cycloplegia

/ˌsɪkloʊˈpliːdʒə/

Definitions

1. noun

A paralysis of the extraocular muscles, caused by a disease of the nervous system or by the action of certain drugs.

“The patient’s cycloplegia made it difficult for the doctor to perform a thorough eye examination.”

Synonyms

  • ocular paralysis
  • ophthalmoplegia

Antonyms

  • eye function
  • eye movement