lack of foresight

Definitions

A failure to anticipate future needs, consequences, or developments.

The state of being shortsighted or failing to plan ahead for potential outcomes.

Examples

His lack of foresight led to a complete collapse of the project when the funding suddenly dried up.

The company's lack of foresight regarding market trends resulted in a significant loss of revenue.

It was a clear lack of foresight to build the house in a flood zone without proper drainage systems.

Synonyms

shortsightedness imprudence myopia thoughtlessness carelessness indiscretion improvidence

Antonyms

foresight prudence far-sightedness wisdom precaution circumspection planning