Definition

Relating to the ability to understand and remember the visual and spatial relationships between objects.

Example

Children develop their visuospatial skills as they learn to navigate their environment.

Conversation

I just took a test that measured my visuospatial skills.

Oh really? How did it go?

It was challenging, but I think I did well with the visuospatial questions.

That's awesome! Those skills are super useful in everyday life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Visuospatial is formed from "visu-" (from Latin "visus", meaning sight) and "spatial" (from Latin "spatialis", meaning relating to space). The word refers to the ability to perceive and manipulate objects in a three-dimensional space using sight.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sight' ('visus') and 'space' ('spatial') together — this helps you remember that visuospatial relates to how we see and understand objects in space.

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