What does VISTA mean?

Vista 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. a pleasing view or prospect, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening
2. a mental view of a succession of remembered or anticipated events

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

• US: /ˈvɪstə/
• UK: /ˈvɪstə/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "vista" originated from the Italian word "vista" which means "view". It was first used in the English language in the mid-17th century. The word is commonly used to describe a pleasing view or prospect, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening. It is also used to describe a mental view of a succession of remembered or anticipated events.

5. Synonyms

• view
• panorama
• prospect
• outlook
• landscape

6. Related Words

• visit
• vital
• vigor
• video
• virus

7. Example Sentences

1. The vista from the mountaintop was breathtaking.
2. She had a vista of the future that was both exciting and terrifying.