WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

time-myopia

 

Definitions from the Web

Time-Myopia

Description:

Time-myopia refers to a cognitive bias or shortsightedness in which individuals consistently overlook or underestimate the importance of long-term consequences or future outcomes. It is the tendency to prioritize immediate gratification or short-term gains over long-term benefits.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: Refers to the psychological phenomenon of being unable to accurately evaluate the implications or long-term effects of one's present actions.

Example: He suffered from time-myopia, always preferring instant rewards instead of investing in his future.

Sense 2:

Noun: Can also describe the general societal tendency of prioritizing immediate needs or desires over long-range planning or sustainable actions.

Example: The culture of time-myopia has led to the neglect of environmental sustainability.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Describes a condition or mindset in which individuals are predominantly focused on short-term goals or instant gratification.

Example: Her time-myopic approach to life prevented her from making meaningful long-term decisions.

Related Products:

time-fuse time-high time-honored time-honoured time-intensive time-life time-line time-motion study time-myopia time-of-flight time-or time-out time-out in behaviour management time-reducing time-related time-saving time-scale factor

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus