visualize — to form a mental image of something; to make something visible to the eye
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to form a mental image of something; to make something visible to the eye
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɪʒuəˌlaɪz/
Example Sentences
- The coach told the players to visualize scoring the winning goal before the match.
- I tried to visualize my presentation going well, but I kept imagining myself forgetting my pants!
- The app helps students visualize complex mathematical equations through interactive graphs.
visualize
VERB[/ˈvɪʒuəˌlaɪz/]
to form a mental image of something; to make something visible to the eye
to form a mental image of something; to make something visible to the eye
Visualize to organize, and finally realize!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'visualis' meaning 'of sight' (derived from 'visus' meaning 'seeing' or 'sight'), combined with the suffix '-ize' meaning 'to make' or 'to become'. The word entered English in the late 19th century.
Breakdown
visu- (from Latin visus, sight) + -al (adjective suffix, of or relating to) + -ize (verb suffix, to make or cause to be) = visualize (to make visible or form a mental image)
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📝Examples
“The coach told the players to visualize scoring the winning goal before the match.”
“I tried to visualize my presentation going well, but I kept imagining myself forgetting my pants!”
“The app helps students visualize complex mathematical equations through interactive graphs.”
“She visualized her dream house so vividly that she started shopping for furniture online.”
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