imagine
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɪˈmædʒɪn/
KK: /ɪˈmædʒɪn/
intransitive verb
Definition
To form a mental image or concept of something that is not present or real.
Example
She likes to imagine herself traveling around the world.
Tense Forms
Past: imagined
Past Participle: imagined
Conversation
Sometimes, I just sit and imagine what my life will be like in ten years.
That sounds interesting! What do you see?
I imagine I’ll have a cozy little house and a dog.
That sounds perfect! I can totally see you doing that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dream
fantasize
envision
Antonyms
doubt
disbelieve
neglect
transitive verb
Definition
To create a mental picture or idea of something that is not present or real.
Example
She likes to imagine what her life will be like in the future.
Tense Forms
Past: imagined
Past Participle: imagined
Conversation
Have you ever tried to imagine what life would be like in another country?
Yeah, I often think about it, especially in places with beautiful landscapes.
I can't help but imagine how different things might be day-to-day.
Root Explanation
Imagine → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "maginare" (from Latin "imaginari", meaning to form a mental image). The word "imagine" means to form a mental image or concept of something that is not present or real.
Memory Tip
Think of 'forming a mental image' when you hear 'imagine' — 'in-' means into, and 'maginare' relates to creating an image in your mind.
Visually Confused Words
unimagine
reimagine
maine
imine
unimagined
preimagine
misimagine
disimagine