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

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Adjective

With that, Dorinda gathers everyone (except for Chanel Ayan, who is too beautiful for the cold) out into the freezing night for the fireworks that end this celebration.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
Indeed, this celestial crustacean has no star brighter than 4th magnitude and its only claims to fame are its membership in the zodiac and beautiful M44.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 4 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

And Jeremy is the handsome cipher, the seemingly long-suffering dreamboat of a husband who may or may not be harboring more ominous intentions.

— Alison Willmore, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
The perfect cup of coffee with Kevin Costner After reading prior interviews Costner had done with other outlets, one thing felt surprising given the actor's tendency toward the ruggedly handsome, cowboy archetype.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of handsome

Adjective

There’s his drop-dead gorgeous spouse, a huge welcoming home, darling children, and a pillar-of-the-community job that gives him a clean conscience.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026
The book is full of gorgeous photos of their projects, including their own homes (Bunny’s mossy green-colored library, for example), plus their inspirations and design philosophies.

— Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of gorgeous

Adjective

After spending much of the year in bright tomato reds and pretty, polished pinks, the actor and singer has gone several shades deeper for fall, courtesy of longtime nail artist Tom Bachik.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2026
But beyond the pretty bottle, the formula packs a serious skin-care punch, with 5% mandelic acid, azelaic acid, and licorice root to gently improve the appearance of dark underarms.

— Glamour, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2026

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