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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.

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