-opia

1. a combining form occurring in compound words denoting a condition of sight or of the visual organs:

   diplopia; hemeralopia; myopia.

-opia

combining form

1. indicating a visual defect or condition

   myopia

Derived Forms

• -opic, combining_form:in_adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of -opia¹

< Greek -ōpia, akin to ōpḗ view, look, ṓps eye, face

Word History and Origins

Origin of -opia¹

from Greek, from ōps eye

Example Sentences

Sitters in his photos convey what is described as opia: “the intense feeling of invasive arousal that one feels when engaging in mutual gaze.”

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Sitters in his photos convey what is described as opia: “the intense feeling of invasive arousal that one feels when engaging in mutual gaze.”

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Also among the show’s main cast are Weruche Opia and Paapa Essiedu, who landed the nomination for supporting actor in a limited series.

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And costars Weruche Opia and Paapa Essiedu have been essential to that success.

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Best ensemble cast in a new scripted series also went to the show’s Michaela Coel, Paapa Essiedu, Weruche Opia and Stephen Wight.

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