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longsightedness Synonyms

Another word for longsightedness

Choosing another word for longsightedness depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A common refractive condition of the eye in which distant objects are seen clearly, while nearby objects appear blurry; hyperopia.

Usage Example

"The optometrist prescribed reading glasses to correct her mild farsightedness."

Strongest
farsightedness
hyperopia
hypermetropia

• noun (Context 2)

The ability or wisdom to anticipate future developments and plan ahead effectively; foresight.

Usage Example

"The city council's farsightedness in investing in public transit decades ago prevented severe traffic congestion today."

Strongest
farsightedness
foresight
forethought
Strong
prescience
prudence
providence
vision

Opposites of longsightedness

The opposite of longsightedness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

shortsightedness
nearsightedness
myopia
improvidence
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• Nearby Words

longship
longshoreman
longsighted
longsightedness
longspur
longsword
longtime

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Longsightedness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/longsightedness
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