visual
UK/'vizjuəl/US/'viʒuәl/
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLB1
Definitions
adj.
Relating to seeing or sight.
视觉的；与视觉有关的
n.
A picture, chart, or other image used to illustrate or accompany something.
图像；视觉素材
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedvis (see) + -al (relating to) = 'relating to sight.' As a noun it was clipped from 'visual aid' — the picture or slide itself. Don't confuse it with visible: visual = of the sense of sight; visible = capable of being seen.
Root vis still carries 107 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The presentation relied heavily on strong visuals.
- 2.
She has an excellent visual memory for faces.
- 3.
The film is a stunning visual experience.