myopic
Americanadjective
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Ophthalmology. pertaining to or having myopia; nearsighted.
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unable or unwilling to act prudently; shortsighted.
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lacking tolerance or understanding; narrow-minded.
Other Word Forms
- myopically adverb
- nonmyopic adjective
- nonmyopically adverb
- unmyopic adjective
Etymology
Origin of myopic
Example Sentences
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The incidence of myopia is highest in Southeast Asia—maybe not surprising given the heavy cultural emphasis on academics—where an estimated 80% of students who complete 12 years of school are myopic.
Paramount’s lawyers in a letter accuse Warner of embarking on “a myopic process with a predetermined outcome that favors a single bidder.”
From Los Angeles Times
According to CNBC, Paramount's lawyers accused Warner Bros of undertaking "a myopic process with a predetermined outcome that favors a single bidder".
From BBC
Bertoldi’s albums have been nominated three times in the past, but the rock and alternative fields are simply too narrow and myopic for this brash, self-produced gem.
From Los Angeles Times
Lyonne’s consistently myopic defense demonstrates an almost childish reluctance to listen, one that has painted an increasingly confusing picture now that Lyonne is moving into directing.
From Salon
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