Definition

To imagine or think about something that might happen in the future.

Example

She envisaged a successful career in medicine.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever envisaged what your life will look like in ten years?

Not really, but I imagine it could be quite different from now.

I sometimes envisage a future where we travel the world together.

That would be amazing! I can totally see us exploring new places.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Envisage** → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "visage" (from Old French *visage*, meaning face or appearance). The word "envisage" means to form a mental image or to visualize something as if it were present before you.

Memory Tip

Think of 'en-' meaning to cause to be in a state and 'visage' referring to face or appearance — this helps you remember that to envisage means to visualize or imagine something as if it were in front of you.

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