farsightedness
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/ˈfɑːrˌsaɪtɪdnəs/
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/ˈfɑːˌsaɪtɪdnəs/
seeing far; foresight
Etymology
'farsightedness' originates from the combination of 'far' and 'sighted,' where 'far' meant 'distant' and 'sighted' referred to 'vision or seeing.'
'farsightedness' evolved from the Old English word 'feor' meaning 'far' and 'sihth' meaning 'sight,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'farsightedness.'
Initially, it meant 'the ability to see far,' but over time it evolved to include the metaphorical sense of 'having foresight or vision for the future.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the ability to see things clearly at a distance, often with difficulty seeing things up close.
Her farsightedness made it difficult to read without glasses.
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Noun 2
the quality of being able to plan for the future with wisdom and foresight.
His farsightedness in business decisions led to the company's success.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45