imagined
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for imagined, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Existing only in someone's mind rather than in reality.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “imagined” mean?
The word “imagined” means existing only in someone's mind rather than in reality. In plain terms, made up in the mind rather than actually real.
How do you pronounce “imagined”?
“Imagined” is pronounced ih-MAD-zhihnd (/ɪˈmæd͡ʒɪnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “imagined” in a sentence?
Here is “imagined” used in a sentence: “He suffered from an imagined illness that no doctor could find.”
What part of speech is “imagined”?
“Imagined” is an adjective.
Is “imagined” a common word?
“Imagined” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between imagined and imaginary?
Imaginary describes things understood not to exist at all, such as an imaginary friend or an imaginary country. Imagined describes something that exists only in someone's mind but is often treated by that person as real, which is why we speak of "imagined slights" or "imagined grievances."
What is the difference between imagined and fictional?
Fictional describes people, places, and events invented for stories, novels, and films. Imagined is broader: it applies to anything existing only in the mind, including private fears, scenarios, and grievances that were never written down or shared.