imagination

/ɪˌmædʒəˈneɪʃən/
noun
  1. The ability to form new ideas, images, or concepts in the mind that are not present to the senses.
    • She used her imagination to write a story about a world where animals could talk.
    • Children often have a vivid imagination that turns a cardboard box into a spaceship.
    • Without imagination, it would be hard to invent new technology or create art.
  2. The part of the mind where such creative thoughts and images occur.
    • In his imagination, he was a famous explorer crossing a vast desert.
    • The monster existed only in her imagination, but it felt very real to her.
    • He closed his eyes and let his imagination take him to a peaceful beach.
  3. The ability to understand or appreciate something, especially something artistic or creative.
    • It takes imagination to see the beauty in abstract paintings.
    • Her imagination allowed her to feel the emotions of the characters in the novel.
    • A good teacher uses imagination to make history lessons come alive for students.
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