photographic

adjective

pho·​to·​graph·​ic ˌfō-tə-ˈgra-fik 

1

: relating to, obtained by, or used in photography

2

: representing nature and human beings with the exactness of a photograph

3

: capable of retaining vivid impressions

a photographic memory

photographically

ˌfō-tə-ˈgra-fi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of photographic in a Sentence

photographic images of the galaxy

Recent Examples on the Web

The film also highlights, through such enduring artifacts as cassette recordings and photographic prints, the archival basis of memory itself. —Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026

And, thanks to this photographic equipment, we've been treated to some absolutely stunning Artemis 2 photos. —Jase Parnell-Brookes, Space.com, 10 Apr. 2026

This groundbreaking photographic evidence provides critical data for conservationists, as the species is classified as a California Species of Special Concern and near threatened globally. —Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026

The Ultra's extra resolution and expanded telephoto lens selection give it greater photographic powers. —Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing photographic

• photographic memory

Rhymes for photographic

• autographic
• biographic
• calligraphic
• cartographic
• cryptographic
• demographic
• epigraphic
• ethnographic
• geographic
• holographic
• hydrographic
• lithographic

Kids Definition

photographic

adjective

pho·​to·​graph·​ic ˌfōt-ə-ˈgraf-ik 

1

: relating to, obtained by, or used in photography

photographic supplies

2

: capable of remembering details exactly

a photographic memory

photographically

-i-k(ə-)lē 

adverb