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shortsightedness meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of shortsightedness at MeaningMonkey.org. shortsightedness meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.SHORTSIGHTEDNESS noun
Definition of shortsightedness (noun)
- (ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred
- synonyms: myopia, nearsightedness
- antonym: farsightedness
- a lack of prudence and care by someone in the management of resources
- synonyms: improvidence
- antonym: providence
Source: Princeton University Wordnet