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cinematographer

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cinematographer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A person responsible for the camera work and visual look of a film, including lighting and framing shots.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

cinematographist

How to use cinematographer

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

director of photography award-winning cinematographer

Etymology

From cinematograph + the agent suffix -er.

Full origin of cinematographer →

Frequently asked questions

What does “cinematographer” mean?

The word “cinematographer” means a person responsible for the camera work and visual look of a film, including lighting and framing shots. In plain terms, the person in charge of how a film looks — camera angles, lighting, and composition.

How do you use “cinematographer” in a sentence?

Here is “cinematographer” used in a sentence: “The cinematographer used natural light to give the film a raw, realistic feel.”

What is another word for “cinematographer”?

Words with a similar meaning to “cinematographer” include cinematographist.

What part of speech is “cinematographer”?

“Cinematographer” is a noun.

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