Imagine, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Imagined; p. pr. & vb. n. Imagining.]
Etymology: [F. imaginer, L. imaginari, p.p. imaginatus, fr. imago image. See Image.]
1. To form in the mind a notion or idea of; to form a mental image of; to conceive; to produce by the imagination. In the night, imagining some fear, How easy is a bush supposed a bear! Shak.
2. To contrive in purpose; to scheme; to devise; to compass; to purpose. See Compass, v. t., 5. How long will ye imagine mischief against a man Ps. lxii. 3.
3. To represent to one's self; to think; to believe. Shak.
Syn. -- To fancy; conceive; apprehend; think; believe; suppose; opine; deem; plan; scheme; devise.
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Imagine, v. i.
1. To form images or conceptions; to conceive; to devise.
2. To think; to suppose. My sister is not so defenseless left As you imagine. Milton.