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vision

eyesight / foresight / hallucination

/ˈvɪ.ʒ(ə)n/

[C/U] Both
pl: visions

The word oscillates between the purely biological and the highly abstract. When referring to sight, it is a neutral, clinical term describing the physical capacity of the eyes. In a strategic or leadership context, it carries a strong positive connotation of foresight and ambition. Unlike 'planning', which is methodical, 'vision' implies an intuitive leap toward a desired future state that others cannot yet see. When used to describe a supernatural or hallucinatory experience, it takes on a mystical or psychological quality, suggesting something revealed rather than observed. This usage often evokes a sense of awe, terror, or spiritual significance.

Uncountable when referring to the biological sense of sight ('her vision is blurring') or a general strategic mindset ('a leader with vision'). Countable when describing specific supernatural appearances, dreams, or detailed mental images ('he had visions of grandeur').

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is in a lecture hall while Karen is at home reorganizing the pantry.
Karen Smith

Your father's 'vision' for the new deck is a total train wreck.

Karen Smith
Chloe Smith
Chloe Smith

lmao rip. just let it slide so he doesn't spiral.

💡
Karen uses 'vision' sarcastically to mock David's planning abilities (Definition 2). Chloe responds with internet slang ('lmao', 'rip') and the phrasal verb 'let it slide' (meaning to ignore a mistake), reflecting her role as the sarcastic daughter trying to avoid family drama.

Meanings

Nouneyesight

The faculty or state of being able to see.

"She has perfect 20/20 vision."

Nounforesight

The ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom.

"The CEO's vision for the company focused on sustainable energy."

Nounhallucination

An experience of seeing someone or something in a dream or hallucination.

"He had a sudden vision of an angel appearing before him."

Etymology

Derived from the Latin visio (nominative) or visionem (accusative), meaning the act of seeing, which stems from the verb videre meaning to see. This root entered Middle English via the Old French vision, maintaining its dual sense of physical sight and supernatural revelation.

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