Meaning of the word nearsighted in English
What does nearsighted mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
nearsighted
US /ˌnɪrˈsaɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˌnɪəˈsaɪ.tɪd/
Adjective
1.
able to see things clearly only if they are close to your eyes
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She's very nearsighted and needs glasses to see distant objects.
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Without his contact lenses, he's practically blind because he's so nearsighted.
2.
lacking imagination or foresight; not thinking about the future
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Their decision to cut funding for research was very nearsighted.
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A truly great leader is never nearsighted; they always plan for the long term.