# envisioning

/ɛnˈvɪʒənɪŋ/ (US) · /ɛnvˈɪʒənɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/envisioning
Updated: 2026-10-15

## Definition

a clear picture in your mind of something you want to happen in the future.

For teachers: a clear mental image of a future event, outcome, or possibility, held as a goal or expectation.

## Examples

- She is envisioning a quiet life by the sea.
- The team is envisioning a new park where children can play safely.
- Despite the setbacks, the founders kept envisioning a company that valued creativity over profit.

## Synonyms

vision, dream, visualization

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