GATE 2025 AG – Question 2

General Aptitude · Verbal Aptitude: Grammar and Vocabulary · 1 mark · Multiple choice

The CEO’s workforce reduction was considered myopic because it sacrificed long-term stability for short-term gains. Choose a replacement for “myopic” retaining the meaning.

Visionary
Shortsighted
Progressive
Innovative

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Correct answer: (B) Shortsighted

Explanation

Myopic figuratively means lacking foresight, especially overlooking longer-term consequences. The matching word is **shortsighted, B**.

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