visualize
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for visualize, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To form a clear picture of something in your mind.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To form a clear picture of something in your mind.
“Close your eyes and visualize yourself giving a confident speech.”
2. verb
To make something visible, especially using a technical method like scanning or imaging.
“The scan let doctors visualize the tumor before surgery.”
Opposites
How to use visualize
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
visualize success
visualize the data
hard to visualize
Etymology
From visual + -ize, "to make or do the thing described by the adjective."
Full origin of visualize →Frequently asked questions
What does “visualize” mean?
The word “visualize” means to form a clear picture of something in your mind. In plain terms, to picture something mentally, or to make something visible using technology or data.
How do you pronounce “visualize”?
“Visualize” is pronounced VIH-zhoor-lyz (/ˈvɪʒuəˌlaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “visualize” in a sentence?
Here is “visualize” used in a sentence: “Close your eyes and visualize yourself giving a confident speech.”
What part of speech is “visualize”?
“Visualize” is a verb.
Is “visualize” a common word?
“Visualize” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “visualize” have?
“Visualize” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to form a clear picture of something in your mind.
