visionary
6 synonyms and 3 antonyms for visionary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Showing unusual foresight or imaginative insight about the future.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Showing unusual foresight or imaginative insight about the future.
“The architect was known for his visionary designs decades ahead of their time.”
Opposites
2. noun
A person with original, forward-looking ideas.
“She's often described as a visionary who transformed the industry.”
How to use visionary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a visionary leader
visionary thinking
Etymology
From vision plus the adjective-forming suffix -ary.
Full origin of visionary →Frequently asked questions
What does “visionary” mean?
The word “visionary” means showing unusual foresight or imaginative insight about the future. In plain terms, someone (or something) marked by bold, imaginative foresight about what's possible.
How do you pronounce “visionary”?
“Visionary” is pronounced VIHZHN-ree (/ˈvɪʒəˌnɛɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “visionary” in a sentence?
Here is “visionary” used in a sentence: “The architect was known for his visionary designs decades ahead of their time.”
What part of speech is “visionary”?
Depending on how it is used, “visionary” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “visionary” a common word?
“Visionary” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “visionary” have?
“Visionary” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: showing unusual foresight or imaginative insight about the future.
