1. people who have astigmatism, a condition where the eye does not focus light evenly onto the retina
Usage: medical; plural form

Examples

• The eye doctor explained that astigmatics often experience blurred vision at all distances.
• Many astigmatics benefit from wearing corrective lenses or contact lenses.
• The study included both astigmatics and people with normal vision.
• Astigmatics may have difficulty reading small print without proper correction.
• The new laser surgery technique has helped many astigmatics improve their vision.
• Astigmatics often complain of eye strain when reading for long periods.