Comparative for unable to see distant objects unaided
“He squinted and strained his eyes, unable to make out the details of the sign in the distance, his shortsighted vision hindering his navigation in unfamiliar surroundings.”
Comparative for unmindful of future consequences
“Unfortunately, they control the oil wells, and we've been too shortsighted to cut consumption when we had a chance.”
Comparative for acting or done without care, thought or planning
“Franklin made the shortsighted decision to tolerate the Stamp Act until the situation became so dire that he was called upon to attack it.”
Comparative for lacking in intelligence, or unable to comprehend ideas
Comparative for stubborn or unreceptive to new ideas or information
Comparative for not open to new ideas
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