Wordiyoprojection
Definitions
An estimate of future amounts based on current data.
预测；预估
The display of an image on a surface using light.
投影；放映
Something that extends outward from a surface.
突出物；凸出部分
The unconscious transfer of one's own feelings onto others (psychology).
投射（心理学）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpro- (forward) + ject (throw) + -ion (noun of action) = 'the act of throwing forward.' A sales projection throws numbers forward into the future. A film projection throws images forward onto a screen. A rocky projection is thrown outward from a cliff.
Why It Means This
Projection is one of the most multi-domain words in the ject family. In business, projections forecast revenue. In cinema, projection throws images onto screens. In geography, map projection throws the curved earth onto a flat surface. In psychology, projection means throwing your own feelings onto someone else — 'You're angry!' when you're the angry one. Every meaning is a different flavor of 'throwing forward.'
Usage Guide
- Forecast (business): sales projections, revenue projection — most common in professional contexts
- Image display (technical): film projection, projection screen — cinema and presentations
- Physical (neutral): a rocky projection — something sticking out
- Psychology (technical): projection of one's fears — attributing your feelings to others
- Cartography (technical): Mercator projection — representing the globe on a flat map
Example Sentences
- 1.
According to the projection, sales will increase by 20% next year.
- 2.
The projection of the film onto the large screen was stunning.
- 3.
His constant accusations were just projection of his own guilt.