Meaning & Definition of word "Image"

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    Image

    /ˈɪmɪdʒ/

    noun:

    • 1. A representation of the external form of a person or thing in art, photography, or other mediums.
      • Example: The artist created a stunning image of the sunset.
    • 2. A mental representation or concept of something.
      • Example: She has a clear image of what she wants her future to look like.
    • 3. A likeness or representation of someone or something.
      • Example: The statue was an image of the famous leader.
    • 4. A visual representation produced by a camera, microscope, or other device.
      • Example: The image captured by the telescope revealed distant galaxies.

    verb:

    • 1. To form a mental image of something.
      • Example: He can easily image the outcome of the scenario in his mind.
    • 2. To make a representation of something.
      • Example: The designer imaged the new product for the marketing campaign.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'image', from Latin 'imago', meaning 'likeness'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    image is everything:

    The idea that one's personal or corporate image has significant importance.

    image of success:

    A representation or idea of what success looks like.

    self-image:

    The idea one has of one's own abilities, appearance, and worth.

    Related Words

    imaging:

    The process of producing images, particularly in a medical context.

    imagery:

    Visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work.

    imagine:

    To form a mental image or concept of something.

    Slang Meanings of image

    Meaning: To create a favorable impression or curated persona.

    Example Sentence: He's all about that image, always posting his best photos on social media.

    Meaning: Referring to a person's persona or public image, often in a superficial context.

    Example Sentence: She’s just trying to maintain her image in the influencer world.