vision
The ability to see; or the ability to plan and imagine the future.
Word facts
Definition
Vision refers to the ability to see. It also means the ability to think about and plan for the future — to imagine what could be and work toward it. A vision is a mental picture of a desired future.
Usage: Vision (sight) and vision (plan) are two distinct meanings. A visionary person can imagine the future better than most. Foresight is similar but focuses on practical anticipation.
Example sentences
The architect shared her vision for the new community centre.
Good leadership requires both practical skill and long-term vision.
His vision for the company was to make quality products accessible to everyone.
Word family
From Latin visio ('act of seeing'), from videre ('to see'). Vision, visible, visual, and video all share this root.
Vision contains 'vis' — to see. A forward vision is seeing where you want to go before you get there.
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FAQ
Questions people ask
What does visionary mean?
A visionary is someone who can imagine and plan for a remarkably better future. As an adjective, visionary describes thinking or plans that are original and forward-looking.
What is a company vision?
A company vision is a statement of the long-term future the organisation is working toward — what it aspires to become.