Definition

Adjective: - Looking attractive in photographs: Describes a person, animal, or sometimes a scene that appears particularly pleasing or appealing when photographed.

Usage

The adjective "photogenic" is used to describe a subject that photographs well. It is most commonly applied to people but can also describe animals, landscapes, or objects that are naturally suited to being captured by a camera. It is a compliment regarding photographic appearance, not necessarily identical to being attractive in person.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The model is incredibly photogenic; every picture of her turns out beautifully.
  • Some people are very photogenic, while others feel they always look awkward in photos.
  • The golden hour light made the entire coastline look photogenic.

Advanced Usage

• In a biological/technical context (less common): Pertaining to or produced by light, such as in "photogenic bacteria" (bacteria that emit light). This usage is scientific and not typical in everyday conversation.
  • The scientist studied the photogenic properties of certain deep-sea organisms.

Variants and Related Words

• Photogenically (adverb): In a photogenic manner.
  • The scene was photogenically lit by the setting sun.

Synonyms

• Photographable: Suitable for being photographed.
• Camera-ready: Prepared or naturally suited to be photographed or filmed.

Antonyms

• Unphotogenic: Not looking attractive in photographs.

Adjective

1. looking attractive in photographs