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shortsightedness

noun

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Meaning

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A lack of foresight or planning for the future; or, the inability to see distant objects clearly.

Example Sentence

The government's shortsightedness in cutting education funding will have long-term negative consequences for the economy.

Usage Note

Used to describe a failure to plan ahead, a focus on immediate needs over long-term consequences, or a literal visual impairment.