nearsighted vs. farsighted
[neer-sahy-tid, -sahy-]
/ ˈnɪərˌsaɪ tɪd, -ˈsaɪ- /
adjective
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seeing distinctly at a short distance only; myopic.
[fahr-sahy-tid, -sahy-tid]
/ ˈfɑrˈsaɪ tɪd, -ˌsaɪ tɪd /
adjective
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seeing objects at a distance more clearly than those near at hand; hyperopic.
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seeing to a great distance.
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wise, as in foreseeing future developments.
a farsighted statesman.
- Synonyms:
- perspicacious, prudent, discerning, prescient, farseeing, foresighted
