short sightedness - Master This Word
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short sightedness Word Meanings
- not able to see far clearly
- lacking foresight or imagination
- limited perspective on future events
short sightedness Word Etymology
(a) short- (prefix) + sight (root) + ed (suffix); (b) Originated from Old English 'sceort' meaning 'not long' and 'sight' from Old French 'sichte'; (c) Imagine wearing glasses that only let you see 2 feet in front of you, missing all the beauty in the distance.
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the definition of 'short sightedness'?
Step 2: Usage
Choose the correct usage of 'short sightedness' in a sentence.
A.His short sightedness helped him win the race.
B.The team's short sightedness in budgeting led to financial problems later.
C.Short sightedness is often cured with glasses.
D.The tree's short sightedness was beautiful in the spring.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym for 'short sightedness'?
A.nearsightedness
B.vision
C.clairvoyance
D.perception
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'short sightedness'?
A.foresight
B.ignorance
C.confusion
D.blindness
Step 5: Mastery
Can you provide an example of a real-life scenario of 'short sightedness'?
A.The architect designed a building without thinking of the eco-friendly materials to use.
B.He planned for his future retirement after just one year of work.
C.Making a business decision without considering its long-term effects can lead to serious problems.
D.Their long-term investment strategy was rooted in careful planning.
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