optical Meaning & Definition
What Does Optical Mean?
As an adjective, optical means Of or relating to sight; visual. It can also mean Designed to assist or enhance sight. As a noun, it means Any special effect requiring laboratory work on the film.
Optical: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɒptɪkəl/ |
| Synonyms | optic, ocular and visual |
| Plural | opticals |
| Comparative / superlative | more optical, most optical |
Optical Definition (Adjective)
- Of or relating to sight; visual.
Strabismus is an optical defect.
- Designed to assist or enhance sight
A microscope is an optical instrument.
- Of or relating to optics.
Refraction is an optical effect.
- Of or relating to visible light.
Optical telescopes don't work when it is cloudy.
- Incorporating light-sensitive devices.
An optical switch opens the door automatically.
Optical as a Noun
- Any special effect requiring laboratory work on the film.
Synonyms of Optical
Optical synonyms and antonyms →Optical in a Sentence
Strabismus is an optical defect.
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A microscope is an optical instrument.
Refraction is an optical effect.
Optical telescopes don't work when it is cloudy.
An optical switch opens the door automatically.
Word Forms & Grammar
optical (comparative more optical, superlative most optical)
optical (plural opticals)
Words That Rhyme With Optical
Origin of Optical
From optic + -al.
Optical: Your Questions Answered
Is optical an adjective or a noun?
Optical is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for optical?
Close synonyms of optical are optic, ocular and visual. See the full list of optical synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of optical?
The plural of optical is opticals.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of optical?
The comparative form is more optical and the superlative form is most optical.