sighted
UK[ˈsaɪtɪd]US[ˈsaɪtɪd]
adj
Having the ability to see; not blind.
adj
Used in combination to describe a particular way of seeing or a particular quality of vision (e.g., far-sighted, clear-sighted).
Morpheme Breakdown
sight
ed
sight
vision
ed
adjective suffix
Etymology
The word 'sighted' is a straightforward English formation, combining the native noun 'sight' with the adjectival suffix '-ed'. The root 'sight' itself evolved from the Old English 'gesihþ', which is related to the verb 'to see'. This Old English term derives from the Proto-Germanic 'sihtiz', a noun formed from the base 'sehwaną' (to see), which in turn traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root 'sekʷ-' meaning "to follow" or "to see". The semantic logic is clear: the modern adjective 'sighted' literally means "provided with sight," directly extending the ancient concept of vision into a descriptor for one who possesses that faculty. Its use in compounds like 'far-sighted' metaphorically extends this literal possession to qualities of perception or foresight.
Analysis
Structure: sight (vision) + ed (adjective suffix)
'sight' originates from Old English 'sihþ', 'gesihþ' (something seen, faculty of sight), from Proto-Germanic. Its functional role is the core semantic root. 'ed' is an English suffix of Old English origin, used to form adjectives from nouns, meaning "having, provided with, characterized by".
Examples
The guide dog assisted its sighted owner through the busy airport.
She is a keen-sighted observer of human behavior.
The museum offers special tours for both sighted and visually impaired visitors.