projection

• Nom avec plusieurs sens, notamment une prévision basée sur des données passées, l'affichage d'une image sur un écran, un événement planifié, une partie en saillie, un mécanisme de défense psychologique ou l'acte de projeter quelque chose vers l'extérieur.

A noun with multiple meanings, including a prediction based on past data, the display of an image on a screen, a planned undertaking, a protruding structure, a psychological defense mechanism, or the act of projecting something outward.

1. Prediction or estimateB2formalbusiness

   A forecast or estimate of a future situation based on current data or trends.

   Projection (prévision)

   • The company's sales projection for next year is optimistic.
   • Economic projections suggest a slow recovery.
   • The weather projection shows rain for the weekend.

   Synonymesestimateforecastoutlookpredictionprognosis

   Antonymesrecollectionretrospection

2. Image displayB1formaltechnical

   The act of displaying an image, film, or slide onto a surface, typically a screen.

   Projection d'image

   • The film projection started at 8 PM sharp.
   • The projector's lens is crucial for a clear projection.
   • We need a larger screen for the projection.

   Synonymesdisplaypresentationscreeningshowing

3. Planned undertakingB2formal

   A planned project or scheme, often involving significant effort or resources.

   Projet planifié

   • The new housing projection was approved by the city council.
   • This is a long-term projection that requires careful planning.
   • The projection of a new park is underway.

   Synonymesenterpriseplanprojectschemeundertakingventure

4. Protruding structureB2formalscientific

   A part or structure that sticks out from a main body or surface.

   Saillie

   • The rock projection provided a good foothold for the climber.
   • The building has a small projection on its roof.
   • The bone has a small projection where the muscle attaches.

   Synonymesbulgeexcrescenceledgeoutgrowthoverhangprominenceprotrusionprotuberanceshelfspur

   Antonymescavitydepressionhollowindentationrecess

5. Jutting shapeC1formal

   A solid convex shape that extends outward from a surface.

   Saillie

   • The cliff had a sharp projection over the sea.
   • The sculpture featured a smooth projection from its base.
   • The mountain's projection was visible from miles away.

   Synonymesbulgebumpjutoutgrowthoverhangprominenceprotrusionprotuberance

   Antonymesdepressionhollowindentationrecess

6. Psychological defenseC1formalmedical

   A defense mechanism where a person attributes their own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to someone else.

   Projection (mécanisme de défense)

   • His anger was a projection of his own insecurities.
   • In therapy, she learned to recognize her projections.
   • Projection can distort how we perceive others.

   Synonymesexternalization

   Antonymesacceptanceownership