vision — the ability to see; sight
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to see; sight
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɪʒən/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's night vision is so bad, she mistakes the cat for a burglar every evening.
- The CEO's vision for the company is to dominate the pizza delivery market by using trained squirrels.
- Regular eye exams are important to maintain good vision.
vision
NOUN[/ˈvɪʒən/]
the ability to see; sight
Her vision helped the team see the future clearly.
A strong vision guided the company forward. (SEE + FUTURE = VISION → a clear picture of what could happen in the future)
A clear vision guides every decision and mission.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'visio', meaning 'the act of seeing', which is based on the verb 'videre' meaning 'to see'. The term originally referred to the faculty of sight but gradually expanded to encompass the ability to 'see' into the future, acquiring the metaphorical sense of foresight or purpose.
Breakdown
vid- (to see, from Latin videre) + -ion (noun suffix, from Latin -io), forming a noun that denotes the act or result of seeing.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's night vision is so bad, she mistakes the cat for a burglar every evening.”
“The CEO's vision for the company is to dominate the pizza delivery market by using trained squirrels.”
“Regular eye exams are important to maintain good vision.”
“The company needs a leader with vision and determination.”
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