vision board

American  

[vizh-uhn bawrd] / ˈvɪʒ ən ˌbɔrd /

noun

1. a collage of pictures, text, and other items that represent and affirm one’s dreams and ambitions, created to help visualize and focus on one or more specific aspirations.

   Everything on her vision board points to a career in pediatric medicine.

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Etymology

Origin of vision board

First recorded in 2010–15

Example Sentences

"I took 12 months out of the game and realigned my vision board," he said in his usual philosophical way.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

But McPeek didn’t hide his current vision board.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

Creating a vision board with your lover is the ultimate experience and could lead to fantastic life-changing conversations that will ultimately bring you closer.

From Salon • Feb. 11, 2024

Have you created a similar vision board for an EGOT?

From Seattle Times • Jan. 3, 2024

Inside, the group’s vision board fills an entire wall with its goals — for radio airplay, industry awards, television appearances, movie roles, high-profile collaborations and brand deals.

From New York Times • Oct. 19, 2023