real image

noun

: an optical image formed of real foci

Examples of real image in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While this is a real image, false color has been added, which allows scientists to separate different types of vegetation and topography. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026

The best approach might be the opposite—using cryptographic technologies like C2PA to label real images, video, and audio as they are created. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 7 Oct. 2026

Over real images and audio of Kaczynski, the movie lets the real man speak from behind bars about people treating him as a cult figure even after his convictions. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 24 Sep. 2026

As tech giants pack generative AI capabilities into our phones and their camera software, the line between what is a real image and what isn't continues to blur. — Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 11 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for real image

• scrimmage

Kids Definition

real image

noun

: an image of an object formed by rays of light coming to a focus (as after passing through a lens)

Medical Definition

real image

noun

: an optical image formed of real foci