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
Etna Occupying one of the prettiest rooms at Monaci Delle Terre Nere, a bucolic wine estate and 18th-century baronial house reimagined as a boutique hotel, Locanda Nerello tickles the bon viveurs before the photogenic plates are served or the wine poured into paper-thin glasses.
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Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Morro Bay offers kayaking, fresh seafood, and a photogenic rock, yet crowds are mild compared to Big Sur.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
The bathrooms are especially photogenic, with their persimmon tile, psychedelic wallpaper by George Venson of Voutsa, and custom silk bathrobes that can be purchased at the ByGeorge gift shop downstairs.
—AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2025
The White Chocolate Strawberry Cream Cold Brew and Strawberry Shortcake Frappuccino both deliver sweet, photogenic moments for seasonal indulgence.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
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Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Morro Bay offers kayaking, fresh seafood, and a photogenic rock, yet crowds are mild compared to Big Sur.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
The bathrooms are especially photogenic, with their persimmon tile, psychedelic wallpaper by George Venson of Voutsa, and custom silk bathrobes that can be purchased at the ByGeorge gift shop downstairs.
—AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2025
The White Chocolate Strawberry Cream Cold Brew and Strawberry Shortcake Frappuccino both deliver sweet, photogenic moments for seasonal indulgence.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for photogenic
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Like a delicious meal and a beautiful tablescape, effortless conversation is a hallmark of a great gathering.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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This beautiful treat will disappear from the buffet in no time.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Having taught classes in neuroscience and disease processes at Chicago State University, Straughter designs her works to draw people in with attractive patterns and colors.—
Susan DeGrane,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Shares are up almost 40% over the last 12 months and remain extremely attractive at current levels, Gosalia said.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
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Portside Wood Potting Station Get your green thumb to work with this charming wood potting station that keeps all your planting essentials tidy and in reach.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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After the Mexican military killed an infamous drug lord, a charming town in Jalisco state was engulfed in 24 hours of terror.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This is a really lovely thing, because actually essentially the craft becomes a vehicle for people then having other health promoting behaviors like engaging with others.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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Make the most of juicy spring strawberries with this light and lovely salad.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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There are a few unexpected gems, such as Loungefly, Pacsun, and Hot Topic, which also have cute offerings.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
27 Feb. 2026
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Scroll to shop and add these cute shoes to your cart while deals are up to 60 percent off.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Feb. 2026
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Mother of two children with her sarcastic, smart and handsome husband.—
Gerald Witt,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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That’s actually a handsome return on investment, relatively speaking.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Other great fashion deals include these 62%-off memory foam slippers, and this gorgeous oversized tote that comes in black, coffee, dark red, navy, nude, orange-brown, and more.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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Whether heading to artsy Marfa, funky Terlingua, or rustic Marathon, you are primed for gorgeous sunrises over the desert landscape, as well as unmatched stargazing after nightfall.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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The small bar offers rum tastings and a menu of cocktails for enjoying indoors or on the outdoor terrace, which is especially pretty at sunset.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
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Crafted from a blend of alpaca and wool, the gauzy surface and contrasting velvet details of these styles stood out in the brand’s pretty fall 2026 collection.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Photogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photogenic. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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