Skip to content

Imagine Definition & Meaning

imagine
verb
  1. form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case; "Can you conceive of him as the president?"
  2. expect, believe, or suppose; "I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel"; "I thought to find her in a bad state"; "he didn't think to find her in the kitchen"; "I guess she is angry at me for standing her up"

"Imagine" in song lyrics

See how imagine is used in real songs:

  • "And nowadays you can't even imagine"
    Esoteric f/ Mic Stylz — Bringing it Back (Esoteric Remix)
  • "These windows have seen sights you couldn't imagine"
    Aceyalone — The Walls and the Windows
  • "You can imagine"
    Almighty f/ 60 Second Assassin — Dead Flowers

Usage tips for "imagine"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "imagine" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for imagine to find words that pair well.

Use "imagine" in a verse

Now that you know what "imagine" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

Generate a verse

Frequently asked questions

What does imagine mean?
form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case; "Can you conceive of him as the president?" expect, believe, or suppose; "I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel"; "I thought to find her in a bad state"; "he didn't think to find her in the kitchen"; "I guess she is angry at me for standing her up"
What part of speech is imagine?
Imagine is a verb.
How many definitions does imagine have?
Imagine has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

Look up another word