Visually
ˈvɪʒuəli
Definitions
2 meaningsIn a manner relating to sight or the ability to see.
ˈvɪʒuəli
In a way that relates to seeing or sight.
The presentation was designed visually to capture the audience's attention.
💡 Simply: It means to see things with your eyes, or show things in a way you can see, like with pictures or movies. For example, you might describe something 'visually' to someone who can't see it.
👶 For kids: When you can see something, or when you show things with pictures or colors.
More Examples
She learns best visually, so she uses diagrams and charts to study.
The data was represented visually using a series of colorful graphs.
How It's Used
"The artist represented the concept visually, using bold colors."
"The software allows you to analyze data visually through graphs and charts."
"The teacher explained the process visually by using diagrams."
In a way that is aesthetically pleasing; in a manner that is attractive or engaging to the sense of sight.
ˈvɪʒuəli
In a way that is appealing to the eye; in a way that is attractive or pleasing to look at.
The gardens were visually stunning, with vibrant flowers and carefully sculpted hedges.
💡 Simply: It means things look nice or beautiful. You might say a movie is 'visually' stunning if it has gorgeous scenery.
👶 For kids: When something looks pretty and fun to look at!
More Examples
The movie's special effects were visually spectacular.
The website's design is visually appealing, making it easy for users to navigate.
How It's Used
"The campaign was designed to be visually appealing and memorable."
"The exhibition was visually stunning, with sculptures and installations that filled the space."
Idioms & expressions
visually impaired
Having a partial or total loss of sight.
"The school provides special resources for students who are visually impaired."
visually stunning
Extremely impressive or beautiful to look at.
"The fireworks display was visually stunning."
From Latin 'visus' (past participle of 'videre', to see) + '-ly'. Developed in the 16th century.
The term gained popularity with the rise of photography and visual media in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Memory tip
Imagine your eyes are pointing at the scene. This 'visual' part makes a word into a sight.