What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
conceive
Example
She conceived a brilliant plan to solve the problem. [conceived: past tense]
Example
I can't conceive of a world without technology. [conceive: verb]
envision
Example
He envisioned a future where everyone had access to education. [envisioned: past tense]
Example
I can envision a beautiful garden in this empty space. [envision: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Envision is less common than conceive in everyday language, but it is still widely used in informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between conceive and envision?
Conceive is more formal than envision, making it more appropriate for academic or professional writing. However, both words can be used in various formality levels depending on the context.
