Meaning & Definition of word "Envisage"

Envisage

/ɪnˈvɪzɪdʒ/

verb:

  • 1. to imagine or visualize a future event or situation.
    • Example: She could envisage a world where technology and nature coexist harmoniously.
  • 2. to contemplate or consider something as a possibility.
    • Example: He envisaged a promotion for himself within the next few years.
  • 3. to form a mental picture of something that may happen.
    • Example: The architect envisaged the new building as a landmark for the city.

Etymology

From French 'envisager', combining 'en' meaning 'in' and 'visager' meaning 'to look at'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

envisage a scenario:

to consider or imagine a specific situation that might happen.

envisaged future:

a planned or imagined perspective of what the future holds.

Related Words

envision:

To imagine something as a future possibility.

imagine:

To form a mental image or concept of something.

conceptualize:

To form a concept or idea of something.

Slang Meanings of envisage

Meaning: To dream about future plans.

Example Sentence: I'm just envisaging my life on the beach in five years.

Meaning: To visualize goals.

Example Sentence: He’s always envisaging his next big win in business.