1. The absence of hope, optimism, or positive outlook regarding future possibilities; a state of hopelessness or despair
The young man's lack of perspective led him to abandon his dreams.
A ausência de perspectiva do jovem o levou a abandonar seus sonhos.
2. An inability to see or understand the broader context or significance of a situation; narrow-mindedness
Without guidance, the students showed a lack of perspective on the historical events.
Sem orientação, os alunos demonstraram ausência de perspectiva sobre os eventos históricos.