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

This one play offers a new snapshot of just how involved playing quarterback is and how much mental stamina and awareness will always be folded in. — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

The snapshots shared on social media showed Sagal standing in front of a giant cake in what appeared to be a backyard. — Entertainment Weekly, 25 Aug. 2026

Among the snapshots were lots of sweet moments with Turner, including photos of the actor kissing her on the cheek as the newlyweds enjoyed time together in the countryside. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 25 Aug. 2026

Lists are but a snapshot of an editor’s year in dining to help guide readers to their next meal. — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Aug. 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