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Definition of nearsighted

nearsighted

/ˈnɪərˌsaɪtɪd/
near · sight · ed
Adverb:nearsightedly
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nearsighted Lexical Profile

nearsighted Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

North American Unable to see distant objects clearly while retaining clear vision for close objects; affected by myopia.

Example

"Because she is severely nearsighted, she cannot read the street signs without her prescription glasses."

2

Lacking foresight, imagination, or long-term planning; focusing only on immediate concerns or benefits.

Example

"Cutting the research budget to boost quarterly profits was a nearsighted decision that hurt the company's competitiveness."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In literal medical contexts, 'nearsighted' is predominantly used in American English, whereas British English favors 'short-sighted'; for the figurative sense of lacking foresight, 'short-sighted' is more common in both dialects.

• Nearby Words

nearish
nearly
nearness
nearsighted
nearsightedly
nearsightedness
neat

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nearsighted. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nearsighted
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