1. in a way that shows lack of foresight or consideration of future consequences
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The company nearsightedly focused only on quarterly profits.
• He nearsightedly dismissed the long-term environmental impact.
• The policy was nearsightedly designed without considering future needs.
• She nearsightedly spent her savings without planning for retirement.
• The mayor nearsightedly approved the development without studying traffic patterns.
• They nearsightedly cut the education budget to balance this year’s finances.