cinematic

adjective

cin·​e·​mat·​ic ˌsi-nə-ˈma-tik 

1

: of, relating to, suggestive of, or suitable for movies or the filming of movies

cinematic principles and techniques

cinematic special effects

2

: filmed and presented as a movie

cinematic fantasies

a cinematic adaptation of a novel

cinematically

ˌsi-nə-ˈma-ti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of cinematic in a Sentence

a director who has produced some great cinematic moments

Recent Examples on the Web

Arriving at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa at night has a cinematic quality. —Caitlin Gunther, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025

Another success story from his cinematic sidequests. —Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 24 Dec. 2025

Below, Mahler opens up to Deadline about the vulnerabilities of crafting cinematic trans narratives, inspirations and the importance of self-reflection. —Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2025

The touring production will transform the beloved anime series into a live cinematic concert experience, featuring composer Hayashi Yuki’s score performed by a band in sync with scenes from the show’s eight seasons displayed on a large-scale screen. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see cinema

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for cinematic

• achromatic
• acrobatic
• adriatic
• aliphatic
• antistatic
• aromatic
• astigmatic
• autocratic
• automatic
• bureaucratic
• charismatic
• cholestatic