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
Examples of cinematic in a Sentence
a director who has produced some great cinematic moments
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Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
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Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Alongside screenings of cinematic projects from around the globe, the festival will draw attention to the varied fashions on display.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
For users drawn to cinematic photography or urban storytelling, Mono offers a stylistic option rarely seen in mobile camera tools.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Their work includes collaborations with major fashion houses and global brands, producing runway shows, films, and commercial campaigns that emphasize movement, experimentation, and cinematic storytelling across both digital and live environments and contemporary cultural contexts today.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cinematic
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“Cinematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinematic. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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