Ambly-

Ambli- (from ancient Greek ἀμβλύς - dull, weak) is the first component of complex words, indicating a weakening or decrease in function.

This term element is used in anatomical and clinical terminology to denote a decrease or weakening of physiological functions or pathological manifestations.

For example:

1. Amblyopia is decreased vision not associated with any organic lesion.

2. Amblygonia - sluggish, slow growth.

3. Amblyacusia is dullness of hearing.

4. Amblyope is a person with reduced vision.

Thus, the prefix ambly- indicates a decrease or weakening of normal functions or conditions.