ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Photogenic

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌfəʊ.təʊˈd͡ʒɛn.ɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Photogenic is an adjective meaning Generated or caused by light.

Meaning

Generated or caused by light.

More Meanings

  1. Producing or emitting light; luminescent.
  2. Looking good when photographed.

Example Sentences

The photogenic bacteria were visible in the dark room.
The sunbather developed a photogenic melanoma on her back.
The company hired the spokesperson for his photogenic face.
"And besides, you've made it so easy to find reference images of you. You're quite... photogenic."

Synonyms for photogenic

Depending on context, synonyms include attractive.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include attractive, photogenetic, photomorphogenic, photodynamic, photolithographic, photoelectroactive.

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