ipovedente

Ipovedente is an Italian term used to describe a person with reduced vision who remains able to see part of the world but does not have normal vision. It functions as both a noun and an adjective in clinical, educational, and social contexts. The word derives from the root ipovisione (low vision) with the agent suffix -ente. It sits between fully sighted people and those who are blind, and it is commonly used in discussions of disability and accessibility.

In medical and social terms, ipovedente covers a range of visual impairment from diminished acuity to restricted visual fields. Visual impairment classifications vary by country and guidelines, often based on measurements such as visual acuity and field of vision. The term helps professionals describe a level of vision that does not meet standard requirements for normal sight yet is not complete blindness. Internationally, it aligns with the concept of low vision used in many health systems.

Rights, services, and accommodations associated with being ipovedente depend on national and regional regulations. In Italy and elsewhere, individuals may receive documentation from health authorities that qualifies them for educational adaptations, access to assistive technologies, and certain social or transportation benefits. Eligibility and specific benefits are determined by local laws and medical-legal assessments, and may require regular reevaluation.

See also: low vision, disability, accessibility, assistive technology.