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photogenic

foh-toh-JEHN-ihk

Photogenic (adj) means looking attractive or good in photographs. Example: “Their dog is so photogenic it has its own social media following.”

adj
1
Looking attractive or good in photographs.
"Their dog is so photogenic it has its own social media following."

How to use photogenic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone or something that photographs well, even if they don't necessarily look the same in person.

Common pairings
a photogenic smile naturally photogenic

Word forms

more photogenic comparative, most photogenic superlative

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Etymology

From "photo-" ("light") plus "-genic" ("producing" or "suited to").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “photogenic” mean?

The word “photogenic” means looking attractive or good in photographs. In plain terms, describes someone or something that photographs well, even if they don't necessarily look the same in person.

How do you pronounce “photogenic”?

“Photogenic” is pronounced foh-toh-JEHN-ihk (/ˌfoʊ.toʊˈd͡ʒɛn.ɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “photogenic” in a sentence?

Here is “photogenic” used in a sentence: “Their dog is so photogenic it has its own social media following.”

What part of speech is “photogenic”?

“Photogenic” is an adjective.

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