26984 words

shortsighted

3 definitions • 6 examples
1
not thinking enough about how an action will affect the future:

Examples:

It was a very shortsighted decision.
He condemned the proposed policy as shortsighted.
It's very short-sighted of the government not to invest in technological research.
2
A shortsighted person can only clearly see objects that are close to them:

Examples:

My brother has good eyesight whereas I am a little shortsighted.
She has to wear glasses because she's very short-sighted.
3
showing a lack of thought for what might happen in the future:

Examples:

It’s shortsighted to spend all your money on having a good time.

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