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    astigmatism

    astigmatism - Dictionary definition and meaning for word astigmatism

    Definition
    (noun) (ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea; common in nearsighted people
    Synonyms : astigmia
    Definition
    (noun) (optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point
    Synonyms : astigmia
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for astigmatism

STIGMA is "a symbol of disgrace or infamy" so Astigmatism is lack of seeing STIGMA or "impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea"

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astigmatism ~ without stigma (related to eye)

ASTIGMATISM = Asti (Against) + GMAT + ISM; i.e Against of who is taking gmat exam is a evil work for development of human resource.

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