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conceptualize
[/kənˈsɛp.tʃu.ə.laɪz/]
verb
conceituar
1.
to form a concept or idea of something; to think of something in a particular way
It is difficult to conceptualize the vastness of space.
É difícil conceituar a vastidão do espaço.
2.
to develop an abstract idea or general notion about something
The designer had to conceptualize the project before starting the work.
O designer teve que conceituar o projeto antes de começar o trabalho.
3.
to imagine or visualize something mentally
Can you conceptualize what the final product will look like?
Consegues visualizar como será o produto final?
Synonyms
imagine
envision
visualize
conceive
formulate
theorize
Antonyms
ignore
disregard
overlook
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
conceituar
standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
conceituar
commonly used in academic and business contexts
Portugal
conceptualizar
more formal usage; sometimes 'conceber' or 'imaginar' in casual speech
Related Idioms & Phrases
conceptualize an idea
conceptualize a plan
conceptualize the bigger picture
hard to conceptualize
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