visuals

noun

plural of visual
as in graphics
something that visually explains or decorates a text the strong visuals in the beginning biology book compensate somewhat for the weak text

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Recent Examples of visuals Run by couple Yaya Onalaja-Aliu and Lloyd Griffiths, the account leads with stunning visuals and also has a significant reach on Pinterest, showcasing destinations that feel special. — Leslie Horn Peterson, Time, 14 July 2026 While effective for creating realistic visuals, these models prioritize image quality and creativity over physical accuracy and execution speed. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026 In our newsroom this summer, 14 are engaged in a professional educational Sacbee course in journalism, working alongside our staff covering local news politics and sports; capturing visuals; and learning the ropes of audience engagement. — Scott Lebar, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026 Behind the Rain has stunning black-and-white visuals, with color coming in only at the very end. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2026 When a videographer understands the audience’s doubts, objections or knowledge gaps, the script, visuals and tone become more intentional. — Tavares Beverly, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 Music and sound snippets are coordinated with the fireworks and other visuals. — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026 Erwin sees this as a way to get his VFX department heads involved in the production process, not just isolated during post, and ensure the visuals being created match what’s being shot and how it’s being lit. — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 7 July 2026 There’s even a tool allowing anyone to convert space visuals into sound, creating their own song of the cosmos. — Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 4 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for visuals
  1. graphics
  2. diagrams
  3. illustrations
  4. figures
Noun
  • Nintendo gives Star Fox 64 its third paint job with Star Fox on the Switch 2, a remake with better graphics at higher resolutions than was ever possible before.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026
  • While Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs) have been the gold standard for training AI models, there is an increasing focus on chips that can run inferencing processes quickly while also being more energy efficient.
    — Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 8 July 2026
Definition of graphics
Noun
  • Someone other than the original builder should review the code or process diagrams.
    — Aaron Rallo, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Greenwald has been known to draw diagrams for patients, showing them how to find their G-spot.
    — Melanie Thernstrom, New Yorker, 29 June 2026
Definition of diagrams
Noun
  • Rather than simply printing Wong’s illustrations onto fabric, the studio opted to preserve the artwork’s integrity by visibly sewing the cut-outs onto the fabric itself.
    — Roddy Clarke, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Recent exhibits include illustrations from designer Bob Mackie and photographs by former Mudd Club bouncer Richard Boch.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
Definition of illustrations
Noun
  • During his tenure, Rousteing spearheaded the creation of the ‘Balmain Army’, a diverse and influential community of models, influencers, and celebrities that included figures such as the Kardashians.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 14 July 2026
  • The narrative centers on the early careers and shifting dynamic between legendary figures Cao Cao and Yuan Shao as political corruption, peasant rebellions, and personal ambitions push the capital of Luoyang into absolute chaos.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 July 2026
Definition of figures

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“Visuals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visuals. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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