Langimage
English

images

|im-ages|

B1

/ˈɪmɪdʒɪz/

(image)

visual representation

Base FormPluralPresent ParticipleAdjective
imageimagesimagingimaginary
Etymology
Etymology Information

'image' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'imago', where 'imago' meant 'likeness or picture'.

Historical Evolution

'imago' transformed into the Old French word 'image', and eventually became the modern English word 'image'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'likeness or picture', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

plural form of 'image'.

The gallery displayed various images of landscapes.

Synonyms

Verb 1

third person singular form of 'image'.

She images a world without conflict.

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45