blinded
/ˈblaɪn.dɪd/ adjective B2- Deprived of sight in a way that is or may be permanent, by damage to the eyes or brain. · blinded by perinatal vertical transmission of gonorrhea
- Deprived of sight temporarily, by being either dazzled or blindfolded. · blinded by the light
- Lacking intellectual discernment, as for example because of greed or stupidity.
- Willingly prevented from knowing certain information that, were it known, might bias an outcome or decision (either consciously or unconsciously).
- Covered by blinds. · blinded windows
- Displaying a particular destination or route number on the blinds. · The bus was blinded for route 100 to the city centre.
From the library
When they were on, Dorothy could not take them off had she wished, but of course she did not wish to be blinded by the glare of the Emerald City, so she said nothing.
A STAG, roundly chased by the hounds and blinded by fear to the danger he was running into, took shelter in a farmyard and hid himself in a shed among the oxen.
The world is blinded by his fortune and consequence, or frightened by his high and imposing manners, and sees him only as he chooses to be seen.”
“And never allow yourself to be blinded by prejudice?”
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