English

Adverb

shortsightedly ‎(comparative more shortsightedly, superlative most shortsightedly)

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.