Synonyms for

Blinded

Verb / ˈblaɪndɪd / Another word for blinded — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

unable to see; lacking perception, awareness, or understanding

Synonyms & similar words

blind dim obscured veiled dimmed clouded concealed hidden obfuscated stunned dazed confused bewildered puzzled unaware ignorant uninformed unenlightened unconscious unresponsive insensible numb

Synonyms by register

Formal

deprived of sight visually impaired unseeing

Informal

can't see a thing in the dark clueless

Literary

darkened obscured veiled

Antonyms

sighted seeing perceptive aware understanding clear-sighted

Common collocations

  • blinded by the light
  • blinded by greed
  • blinded by love
  • blinded by rage
  • blinded by ambition
  • blinded by tears
  • blinded by science

Word family

noun blindness
verb blind
adjective blind
adverb blindly

Usage note

Often used figuratively to mean unable to see or understand something due to strong emotions or desires. Can also refer to literal loss of sight.

Example sentences

  1. The bright light blinded me temporarily.
  2. The snowstorm blinded the driver's vision.
  3. His arrogance blinded him to his own faults.
  4. The smoke from the fire blinded the firefighters.
  5. The champion boxer was blinded by a punch to the eye.

Quotes

  • The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge. - Stephen Hawking
  • The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision. - Helen Keller
  • The eyes are useless when the mind is blind. - Unknown

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