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Vision: Definition, Two Meanings & How to Use (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：visual perception (vision)
vision
/ˈvɪʒ.ən/
n.
The ability to see things with your eyes.
visual perception
➕
/ˈvɪʒ.u.əl pərˈsɛp.ʃən/
n.
The physical capability of perceiving objects and light with the eyes, enabling sight.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'visio', meaning 'a seeing', derived from 'videre' (to see).
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'TV vision' – like television brings images to your eyes, vision is about seeing or imagining.
📖 Example
After the eye exam, the doctor said my vision was perfect and I didn't need glasses.
Following the eye examination, the doctor confirmed that my eyesight was excellent and glasses were unnecessary.
🔗 Collocations
blurred vision – unclear or fuzzy sight
20/20 vision – perfect or normal visual acuity
loss of vision – inability to see
🔄 Synonyms
eyesight (n.) – the ability to see
sight (n.) – the faculty or power of seeing
visual acuity (n.) – the clarity or sharpness of vision
🚫 Antonyms
blindness (n.) – the condition of being unable to see
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
The word 'vision' entered English via Old French from Latin 'visio'. It has been used since the 14th century, originally for physical sight, later extended to mental imagery and future planning, reflecting its role in leadership and innovation contexts.
Meaning 2：future concept (vision)
vision
/ˈvɪʒ.ən/
n.
An idea or picture in your mind about how something could be in the future, especially for success.
future concept
➕
/ˈfjuː.tʃər ˈkɒn.sept/
n.
A mental image or idea about how something could evolve or succeed in the future, often used in leadership and strategic contexts.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The company's success is due to the founder's clear vision of creating technology that connects people around the world.
The organization's achievement stems from the founder's well-defined idea for developing technology that links individuals globally.
🔗 Collocations
clear vision – a well-defined future plan
shared vision – a common goal understood by a group
vision statement – a declaration of an organization's long-term objectives
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
short-sightedness (n.) – lack of consideration for the future
🌱 Derivatives
visionary (adj.) – having or showing clear ideas about the future
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