Imagery

/ˈɪm.ɪ.dʒɚ.i/ noun

Definition

The mental representation and manipulation of sensory experiences in the absence of external sensory input.

Etymology

From Old French 'imagerie' meaning 'image-making,' from 'image' from Latin 'imago' (copy, likeness).

Kelly Says

Mental imagery is like a movie screen inside your head — you can picture a beach even when you're sitting in your room.

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