snapshot

noun

snap·​shot ˈsnap-ˌshät 

1

: a casual photograph made typically by an amateur with a small handheld camera

2

: an impression or view of something brief or transitory

a snapshot of life back then

Synonyms of snapshot

• photo
• photograph
• pic

Examples of snapshot in a Sentence

fans excitedly took snapshots of the rock star as he dashed into the hotel

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike cheap novelty lasers, the Pococo relies on swappable, scientifically accurate optical discs to cast high-fidelity snapshots of the cosmos across your walls and ceiling. — Paul Brett, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2026

The endless snapshots of parties, wallpaper covered in butts, the many photographs of Kate Moss, videos of fashion shows, enlarged ad campaign stills—very little of it is good. — Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Over the years, Stephanopoulos has shared several snapshots celebrating Harper’s major moments, including her high school graduation and bonding time with the whole family, including attending Taylor Swift‘s Eras Tour in 2023. — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2026

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has provided a snapshot of the labor market that has bounced from months of job gains to lackluster numbers or even losses this year. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for snapshot

• allot
• barat
• begot
• besought
• bethought
• bloodshot
• boycott
• buckshot
• crackpot
• croat
• culottes
• dashpot

Kids Definition

snapshot

noun

snap·​shot ˈsnap-ˌshät 

: a photograph taken usually with a small hand-held camera