video game

noun

: an electronic game in which players control images on a video screen

Examples of video game in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The $1,900 in merchandise involved in the Wednesday’s incident consisted of video games that had anti-shoplifting devices removed, according to court documents. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2026

The series started out as a 1996 horror video game that has spawned several sequels, spinoffs and remakes, in addition to adaptation across film and TV. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Family, friends mourn Lewis Lewis was remembered by family and friends for his love of football, fashion and video games. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2026

Alan Ritchson is in talks to star in Sony’s adaptation of its PlayStation video game property. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for video game

• aspartame
• counterclaim
• overcame
• underframe
• username
• acclaim
• aflame
• airframe
• ballgame
• became
• declaim
• defame

Kids Definition

video game

noun

: a game played with images on a video screen