imagery

• Nom désignant l'ensemble des images mentales ou visuelles évoquées, notamment dans une œuvre littéraire, artistique ou dans le discours, ainsi que la capacité à se représenter de telles images.

A noun referring to the ability to form mental images of things or events, often used in the context of literature, art, or psychology.

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1. Mental imageryB2formal

   The ability to create and experience mental images of events, objects, or scenes without direct sensory input.

   Imagerie mentale

   • He has a vivid imagery that helps him remember places.
   • Athletes often use mental imagery to improve their performance.
   • The therapist guided her through imagery exercises to reduce anxiety.

   Synonymesmental imageryvisualization

2. Literary or artistic imageryB2formalart

   Visually descriptive or figurative language used in literature and art to create mental pictures.

   Imagerie (au sens littéraire ou artistique)

   • The poet's strong imagery painted a scene of a dark forest.
   • The film's imagery was both beautiful and haunting.
   • The novel is full of religious imagery.

   Synonymesdescriptionword-painting