Cool MateMeaning of Tunnel vision
A narrow focus on a single idea or issue, ignoring other possibilities.
In simple words: Seeing only a small part of the situation or only one idea.
Tunnel vision in a sentence
- His tunnel vision prevented him from seeing the benefits of teamwork.
- The company’s tunnel vision led to a decline in innovation and creativity.
- She had tunnel vision about her career, not considering other job opportunities.
- Tunnel vision can be detrimental when making important decisions in life.
- He viewed the issue with tunnel vision, ignoring the broader context around it.
How to use Tunnel vision
Often used in contexts where someone is focused narrowly on one thing, missing broader perspectives. More suitable in informal discussions and analytical contexts but can be used in formal ones too.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine a tunnel that only shows a small view ahead, blocking everything else.
Related words
Collocations with Tunnel vision
- suffer from tunnel vision
- narrow tunnel vision
- overcome tunnel vision
- develop tunnel vision
- experience tunnel vision
Synonyms for Tunnel vision
- narrow focus
- limited perspective
- myopic view
- single-mindedness
- blind spot
Opposites of Tunnel vision
- broad-mindedness
- open-mindedness
Common mistakes with Tunnel vision
- Confused with 'narrow-mindedness', which has a slightly different connotation.
- Used too literally instead of figuratively in discussions about focus.
- Misunderstanding it as a positive attribute rather than a limitation.
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Frequently asked questions about "Tunnel vision"
What does "Tunnel vision" mean?
Seeing only a small part of the situation or only one idea.
What is the definition of "Tunnel vision"?
A narrow focus on a single idea or issue, ignoring other possibilities.
How do you use "Tunnel vision" in a sentence?
His tunnel vision prevented him from seeing the benefits of teamwork.
Can you give another example of "Tunnel vision"?
The company’s tunnel vision led to a decline in innovation and creativity.
What are synonyms for "Tunnel vision"?
Common alternatives include narrow focus, limited perspective, myopic view, single-mindedness, blind spot.
What is the opposite of "Tunnel vision"?
Opposite meanings include broad-mindedness, open-mindedness.
What words go with "Tunnel vision"?
It commonly pairs with suffer from tunnel vision, narrow tunnel vision, overcome tunnel vision, develop tunnel vision, experience tunnel vision.
What are common mistakes when using "Tunnel vision"?
Confused with 'narrow-mindedness', which has a slightly different connotation. Used too literally instead of figuratively in discussions about focus. Misunderstanding it as a positive attribute rather than a limitation.
How do you pronounce "Tunnel vision"?
US: //ˈtʌnəl ˈvɪʒ.ən//, UK: //ˈtʌnəl ˈvɪʒ.ən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Tunnel vision"?
Often used in contexts where someone is focused narrowly on one thing, missing broader perspectives. More suitable in informal discussions and analytical contexts but can be used in formal ones too.