Pronunciation

/ˈfəʊtəgraʊp/

Definitions

Noun

A photograph is a noun that refers to a still image captured using a camera, typically consisting of light-sensitive chemicals on film or digitally recorded on a storage device. It represents a visual record of a scene, person, or object at a specific moment in time.

Verb

To photograph is the verb meaning to take a photograph, capture a picture using a camera or other imaging device.

Adjective

Photographic is an adjective describing something related to photography, having the appearance or characteristics of a photograph.

Phrases

• “Take a photograph” means to capture an image with a camera.
• “Develop a photograph” refers to the process of turning a negative or digital image into a print.
• “Old photographs” evoke nostalgia for past times.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She displayed her collection of vintage photographs in the gallery.”
• Verb: “I’m going to photograph the sunset tonight.”
• Adjective: “The room had a photographic memory of their childhood vacation.”

Synonyms

• Picture
• Snapshot
• Image
• Portraiture
• Shot

Antonyms

• Blurry
• Outdated
• Unseen (as in a non-existent photograph)