myopia
Translation
myopia, nearsightedness, shortsightedness
Examples
He wears glasses for his myopia.
He wears glasses for his myopia.
The company's failure was due to corporate myopia.
The company's failure was due to corporate myopia.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) myopia a condition of nearsightedness He has severe myopia.
corporate/political myopia a lack of foresight The plan shows political myopia.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nearsightedness, shortsightedness
Etymology
From Greek 'muōpia', from 'muōn' (shutting the eyes) + 'ōps' (eye), because nearsighted people often squint.
Memory Tips
Think 'My-opia' -> 'My opinion' is all I can see. This helps remember the figurative meaning of being shortsighted.