PICTURE BOOK Synonyms: 142 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈpik-chər-ˌbu̇k

Definition of picture-book

as in perfect

being entirely without fault or flaw the players gave a picture-book performance that will go down in the annals of football as one of the all-time great games

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Recent Examples of picture-book

Adjective

This graphic novel from the Lenexa picture-book author and illustrator is based on the experiences of his father, who fled Communist Cuba. — Dan Kelly december 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Dec. 2025 Labubus were inspired by drawings of cuddly monsters that appeared in a picture-book series by artist Kasing Leung. — Joan Verdon, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025

Noun

Now Shy is a character in the forthcoming picture book Shy, which Andrews co-wrote with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. — Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Half picture book, half chapter book, there’s something undeniably charming about this animal world. — Toby Rose, Parents, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for picture-book

Recent Examples of Synonyms for picture-book

Adjective

The pass the Netherlands forward wrapped into Alexander Isak’s feet was perfect.

— Stuart James, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The Hoosiers have won 17 straight games, the longest active winning streak in the Football Bowl Subdivision, and are a perfect 16-0 at home under Cignetti.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of perfect

Noun

In the ’60s, Max started an art studio with his friend Tom Daly, specializing in covers for books and albums.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
All four acts received nominations in the major three record of the year, album of the year and song of the year categories.

— Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of album

Adjective

With waterfall views and an ideal location among the old-school charm of Beacon’s shops and restaurants, the Roundhouse provides a perfect weekend escape for New Yorkers who want to feel a world away from home.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
For an event that has become an annual celebration of Latino heritage in Kansas City, the gathering continued despite conditions that were far from ideal.

— J.M. Banks, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of ideal

Noun

The Welsh actor made history as the first male actor to win lead acting awards in drama, comedy, and limited/anthology series.

— Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026
Salone world tour will begin Thursday, with a presentation at Indonesia Design Week, with a showcase of the Salone Satellite Permanent Collection, an anthology of emerging designer creations.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of anthology

Adjective

The operators who succeed in the years ahead will be those who understand that being a good actor is not about being flawless.

— Jeff Cook, New York Daily News, 15 Sep. 2026
Walker is one of many performers who has to blend specialty skills with traditional acting to form one flawless company.

— Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of flawless

Noun

Erivo insists on the three-dimensionality of her character in a way that’s undercut by the text itself.

— Alison Willmore, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026
Apple's new Siri uses large language models to search through a user's local personal data, including texts, emails, and calendar appointments.

— Kif Leswing, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of text

Adjective

An individual company can maintain excellent controls and favorable claims experience while still facing higher pricing because the market has deteriorated around it.

— Randy Sadler, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Food and drink The property’s on-site restaurant serves decent New American fare in a room that offers the same excellent views as the penthouses, or on the hotel’s delightful terrace during the warmer months.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of excellent

Noun

Josh Riedel Thirty Cabins (title not visible on the spine) is an anthology chapbook put together by Josh Riedel and inspired by cabin designs published in the 1920s.

— Diana Arterian, Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2026
This essay is an edited excerpt from the chapbook Jig, published in the Cahier Series (January 2026) by the Center for Writers & Translators at the American University of Paris, and Sylph Editions, London.

— Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026

Definition of chapbook

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