Word: Imagination

Pronunciation

/ɪˌmædʒɪˈneɪʃən/

Definitions

• Noun: The ability to form mental images, ideas, or concepts of things that are not present in the senses; the faculty of creating in one’s mind beyond what is actually seen or experienced. For example: “Her vivid imagination brought her stories to life.”
• Noun (figurative): The creative power of the mind to form new ideas, possibilities, or scenarios. For instance: “In his imagination, he designed an innovative solution to the problem.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “A child’s imagination can turn a cardboard box into a spaceship.”
• “Through the exercise of imagination, writers create entire worlds for their readers to explore.”

Phrases

• “Let your imagination run wild”: Encourages someone to think creatively without limits.
• “Imagination is more important than knowledge”: A famous quote by Albert Einstein emphasizing the value of creativity over mere facts.

Synonyms

• Creativity
• Vision
• Innovation
• Ingenuity
• Resourcefulness
• Fantasy
• Imagination faculty
• Mental imagery
• Daydreaming
• Visualization