shortsightedness Definition
- 1a condition in which it is difficult to see things that are far away; myopia
- 2a lack of understanding or foresight
Using shortsightedness: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shortsightedness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
His shortsightedness made it difficult for him to read the board from the back of the classroom.
Example
The company's shortsightedness led to its eventual downfall.
Example
The politician's shortsightedness caused long-term damage to the economy.
shortsightedness Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for shortsightedness
- myopia
- nearsightedness
- lack of foresight
- unfarsightedness
Antonyms for shortsightedness
Phrases with shortsightedness
corrective lenses for shortsightedness
eyeglasses or contact lenses that help correct myopia
Example
She started wearing corrective lenses for shortsightedness when she was in high school.
shortsightedness in business
a lack of long-term planning or vision in business decisions
Example
The CEO's shortsightedness in business led to the company's bankruptcy.
a lack of long-term planning or vision in political decisions
Example
The government's shortsightedness in politics led to a crisis in the healthcare system.
Origins of shortsightedness
from short + sight, meaning 'unable to see far'
Summary: shortsightedness in Brief
The term 'shortsightedness' [shawrt-sahy-tid-nis] refers to both a physical condition where it is difficult to see things that are far away, and a metaphorical lack of understanding or foresight. Examples include 'His shortsightedness made it difficult for him to read the board from the back of the classroom,' and 'The company's shortsightedness led to its eventual downfall.' The phrase 'corrective lenses for shortsightedness' refers to eyeglasses or contact lenses that help correct myopia.
