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visionariness

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌvɪʒəˈnɛrɪnəs/

KK: /ˌvɪʒəˈnɛrɪnəs/

noun
Definition

The quality or state of having original ideas about what the future could be like.


Example

Her visionariness allowed her to create innovative solutions for the company.


Conversation
Sloth A
I was reading about the concept of visionariness in leadership.
Sloth B
Oh really? What does that mean?
Sloth A
It's about having the ability to see beyond the present and inspire others.
Sloth B
That sounds really important for making a positive impact!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
imagination
foresight
creativity
Antonyms
ignorance
realism
pragmatism
Root Explanation

Visionariness → It is formed from "vision" (from Latin "visio", meaning sight or seeing) and "-ariness" (a suffix indicating a quality or state). The word "visionariness" refers to the quality or state of having vision or foresight.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vision' as the ability to see or foresee, and '-ariness' as indicating a quality. This helps you remember that 'visionariness' means the quality of having vision.

Visually Confused Words
stationariness
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