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shortsightedly.

With short sight; myopically.

14 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adv
  1. With short sight; myopically.

    The teacher peered shortsightedly around the classroom.
  2. In a manner that fails to consider the big picture or future effects of an action or decision.

    He shortsightedly decided not to go to college and instead entered the workforce; so he made more money the first few years, but his earning power was never as great as it could have been.
Where this word comes from

Etymology tree English shortsighted Middle English -ly English -ly English shortsightedly From shortsighted + -ly.

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