shortsightedness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌʃɔːrtˈsaɪtɪdnəs/

Definition

A lack of foresight or long-term planning; a failure to consider the future consequences of actions.

Examples

• The company's shortsightedness in cutting R&D spending led to a loss of market share.

• Critics accused the government of shortsightedness for not investing in renewable energy.

• His shortsightedness meant he didn't save enough for retirement.

How to Use shortsightedness

shortsightedness in (prepositional phrase)

Lack of foresight regarding a specific area or action. — "There was a clear shortsightedness in their approach to marketing."

shortsightedness of (prepositional phrase)

Lack of foresight attributed to a particular person or group. — "The shortsightedness of the investors led to the company's downfall."

Synonyms of shortsightedness

Words with a similar meaning to shortsightedness:

• imprudence
• myopia
• short-sightedness
• impetuousness

Antonyms of shortsightedness

Words with the opposite meaning to shortsightedness:

• foresight
• prudence
• vision

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