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Synonyms

picturing

American  
[pik-cher-ing] / ˈpɪk tʃər ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the process of forming, describing, or evoking a picture or visual image of something.

adjective

  1. having the function of forming, describing, or evoking a picture or visual image of something.

Example Sentences

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For years, Randall told anyone who would listen, “I am picturing us dancing on a rooftop in Val di Fiemme celebrating a men’s relay medal.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

They’re picturing the holidays: the turkey, the guests, and the all-important dining table.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

The artist who created his new portrait said he toyed with the idea of picturing the actor without his famous facial hair.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2025

You may be picturing something enchantingly weird, like the "Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special."

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024

He closed his eyes, trying to stop himself from picturing what had happened here.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

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