visionary
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈvɪʒənəri/
KK: /ˈvɪʒənˌɛri/
adjective
Definition
Describing someone who has original ideas about what the future could be like, often with a focus on creativity and innovation.
Example
The visionary leader inspired the team with her bold ideas for the future.
Conversation
I really admire that artist's work; it's so visionary and unique.
I know, right? They see things in a way most people don't.
Exactly! It feels like their ideas are ahead of their time.
Totally, I can't wait to see what they create next.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
imaginative
inspired
idealistic
Antonyms
practical
realistic
mundane
noun
Definition
A person who has original ideas about what the future could be like, often with a focus on creativity and innovation.
Example
The visionary leader inspired the team with his bold ideas for the future of the company.
Conversation
I really admire people who are visionary in their thinking.
Yeah, having big dreams can inspire others.
Exactly! It's amazing to see how a visionary idea can change the world.
Root Explanation
Visionary → It is formed from "visio" (from Latin, meaning sight or seeing) and "-ary" (meaning relating to or connected with). The word "visionary" refers to someone who is characterized by or has a strong imagination or foresight, particularly in a creative or innovative sense.
Memory Tip
Think of 'sight' ('visio') and how someone who is 'visionary' is deeply connected to their imaginative ability to see possibilities.
Visually Confused Words
unvisionary
revisionary
divisionary
provisionary
missionary
televisionary
volitionary
illusionary