imaginary

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or being a creation of the mind, not based on reality.

  - "The imaginary friend of a child"
  - "Imaginary numbers in mathematics"

• adjective

  Of, relating to, or involving the formation of mental images, concepts, or sensations.

  - "The power of the imagination to create new ideas"
  - "Imaginary landscapes in literature"

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Pronunciation

1. /ɪˈmædʒɪˌnɛɹi/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1158103"

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Synonyms

all in one's head

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with imaginary
fantasize , realize , apparize , surmise , aprise

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Variants

List of all variants of imaginary that leads to same result
imaginarily , imaginariness , imaginarinesses , imaginary , imaginary number , imaginary numbers , imaginary part , imaginary parts , imaginary unit , imaginary units , pure imaginaries , pure imaginary

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'imaginarius', meaning 'pertaining to images'.

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Trivia

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1. Imaginary numbers are numbers that cannot be expressed as real numbers.

2. The term 'imaginary' was first used in mathematics by the mathematician René Descartes in the 17th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fantasy: A genre of literature and art that deals with the imaginary and the supernatural.

2. Creativity: The ability to generate new ideas, concepts, or products.

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Culture

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The imaginary has been a significant concept in literature, art, and philosophy. In literature, the imaginary friend is a common trope in children's stories, while in philosophy, the concept of the 'imaginary' has been explored in relation to perception, reality, and the mind. In art, the imaginary has been used to create fantastical worlds and characters.

How to Memorize "imaginary"

1. visualize
   

   - Close your eyes and imagine a beautiful landscape. Visualize the colors, the shapes, and the details.
   - Imagine a red apple in your hand. Visualize its texture, its weight, and its taste.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'imaginary' with the word 'creative'.
   - Associate the word 'imaginary' with the word 'fantasy'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - I Before E, Except After C, Imaginary Is Easy

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