PHOTOGENIC Synonyms: 98 Similar and Opposite Words

photogenic

adjective

Definition of photogenic

as in beautiful

tending to look good in photographs She's a very photogenic child. This is the city's most photogenic park.

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Recent Examples of photogenic Even as long ago as the 1950s, people were saying that UFOs for some reason are not photogenic. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Located across from Pioneer Hall, one of the most photogenic areas to capture the Iowa State Fair's many America 250 displays is the 250 Years of American Flags display, with each of the 250 flags corresponding to a specific year's design. — Isabelle Foland, Des Moines Register, 17 Aug. 2026 Flaco’s escape may have seemed like just another heartwarming animal story about a photogenic bird. — Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 7 Aug. 2026 Come late September, the surrounding groves of aspens erupt in brilliant shades of gold, creating a photogenic autumn scene. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for photogenic

Recent Examples of Synonyms for photogenic

Adjective

Ben is a real talent and will craft a beautiful and compelling documentary.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
Starting the fourth with beautiful field position, the Bruins needed three plays to score.

— Elias Esquivel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of beautiful

Adjective

The Bridgewater Associates founder told CNBC equities have so far weathered the global bond sell-off because earnings growth has kept expected stock returns attractive, relative to bonds.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
This is why smaller logistics companies are becoming an attractive alternative to legacy providers.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of attractive

Adjective

The neighborhood/area The fishing village of Conca dei Marini remains a lovely reminder of what this whole coast was once like—sleepy, charming, lost in time.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
This season’s star was the Asa Tote, a large flat architectural shape with asymmetric shoulder straps that shined in its simplicity thanks to the contrasting textures, like in the charming canvas and leather version.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of charming

Adjective

The Brasserie beside it, a continuation of the same vibe, focuses on French dishes with some good vegetarian options, and hosts a breakfast buffet with lovely local products.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The lovely south-facing casement windows in the living room are original; at the other end of the apartment is enough room for a second bedroom or office, plus a closet).

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of lovely

Adjective

As a woman waded through the waters around the Bridge Side Marina in Bridge Isle, Louisiana, the tiny canine with a fluffy white coat wiggled his forelegs as if swimming, video of the cute moment shows.

— Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026
The actress, who lends her voice to the fictional pop star Venus Nova in the film, sported a cute pair of strappy shoes that appear to be Manolo Blahnik’s Leva 105 Sandal.

— Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of cute

Adjective

Elsewhere, dark-wood bas reliefs and miles of Norwegian green marble (Enigma Verde Lapponia) are the handsome hallmarks of design studio Autoban (famous for London’s Duck & Rice and Baku airport’s extraordinary makeover).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Alessi 5009/15 Bottle Coaster Looking for a handsome housewarming gift?

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of handsome

Adjective

But Maguire and Strayer are felt as loudly as Maines across the record, through their gorgeous harmonies, but also fiddle and banjo and, sometimes, sitar and accordion.

— Shaad D’Souza, Pitchfork, 11 Oct. 2026
His 41-yard touchdown pass to receiver Cam Coleman in the first quarter against Oklahoma was a gorgeous throw.

— Mac Engel October 10, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of gorgeous

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