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(vis-u-al-im-age-ry) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. The use of vivid or figurative language to represent objects, actions, or ideas in a way that creates a mental image in the mind of the reader or listener.

Example Sentence

The author used visual imagery to paint a vivid picture of the bustling cityscape.

More Example Sentences

Through visual imagery, the poem evoked the serene beauty of a sunset over the ocean.

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