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imagination

/ɪˌmædʒəˈneɪʃən/
Meanings
  • Noun

    The ability to form mental images or concepts not present to the senses, often involving creativity.

    - "Her imagination ran wild when she read the science fiction novel."
    - "The painter's imagination brought his masterpieces to life."
Pronunciation
  1. /ɪˌmædʒəˈneɪʃən/



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Synonyms

creativity , fancy , imaginativeness , invention , inventiveness , conception , imagining , notion
Rhymes
Words rhyming with imagination
fantasie , vision , devotion , emotion , reason , sensation , station , relation , action , reaction
Variants
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imagination , imaginations , a figment of her imagination , a figment of his imagination , a figment of one's imagination , a figment of their imagination , by any stretch of the imagination , by any/no stretch of the imagination , by no stretch of the imagination , capture someone's imagination , capture/catch someone's imagination , catch someone's imagination , caught the public imagination , catch the imagination of , leave little to the imagination , leave nothing to the imagination , leave something to the imagination , lively imagination
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'imaginatio' meaning 'formation of images in the mind'.

Trivia
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  1. The human brain is capable of creating over 60,000 thoughts per day.

  2. Imagination is not limited to humans. Studies have shown that animals also use imagination in problem-solving.

  3. The term 'imagination' first appeared in English literature in the 15th century.

Related Concepts
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  1. Creativity: Imagination and creativity are closely related concepts. While imagination is the ability to form mental images or concepts, creativity is the ability to produce something new and valuable from those images or concepts.

  2. Fantasy: Fantasy is a genre of literature, art, and film that relies heavily on imagination to create worlds and characters that do not exist in reality.

Culture
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Imagination plays a significant role in various aspects of culture, including art, literature, music, and science. In literature, it is a common theme in works such as Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan. In art, it is often expressed through surrealism and abstract art. In music, it is the driving force behind compositions that challenge the listener's perception. In science, it is essential for problem-solving and innovation.

How to Memorize "imagination"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the concept of imagination, try visualizing a blank canvas in your mind. Then, imagine colors and shapes appearing on the canvas as you think of creative ideas and concepts.

  2. associate

    - Associate the concept of imagination with a favorite book, painting, or piece of music. Whenever you think of that association, it can help bring the concept of imagination to mind.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use a mnemonic device such as 'Roy G. Biv' to remember the colors of the rainbow, and then associate each color with a creative idea or concept to help remember the definition of imagination.

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