English · Work & Business
visionary
/ˈvɪʒ.ən.ər.i/
[/ˈvɪʒ.ən.ər.i/]
having bold foresight
Advancedadjective
Definition
Someone visionary thinks about or plans the future with imagination and wisdom. Visionary leaders see possibilities others miss.
Example
She was a visionary founder ahead of her time.
She was a visionary founder ahead of her time.
Etymology
From 'vision', from Latin 'visio', meaning a seeing.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to praise bold, future-focused leaders and thinkers.