Entity: IMAGINATION
Imagination is a powerful mental faculty that involves forming mental images or concepts of things not present to the senses. It encompasses creative thinking, fantasizing, and opinion formation.
IMAGINATION
Etymology
The word 'imagination' originates from the Latin word 'imaginatio,' meaning 'a forming of mental images.'
Definition
Imagination is the act or power of forming a mental image of something not present to the senses or never before wholly perceived in reality.
Historical Context
Throughout history, imagination has been revered as a crucial aspect of human cognition, creativity, and problem-solving.
Cultural Significance
Imagination plays a vital role in art, literature, science, and innovation, shaping cultural narratives and pushing boundaries of human achievement.
Related Concepts
Imagination is closely related to creativity, innovation, visualization, and conceptualization.
See Also
- Memory
- Creativity
- Visualization
The act or power of forming a mental image of something not present to the senses or never before wholly perceived in reality.