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photogenic
[ foh-tuh-jen-ik ]
adjective
- forming an attractive subject for photography or having features that look well in a photograph:
a photogenic face.
- Biology. producing or emitting light, as certain bacteria; luminiferous; phosphorescent.
- Medicine/Medical. produced or caused by light, as a skin condition.
photogenic
/ ˌfəʊtəˈdʒɛnɪk /
adjective
- (esp of a person) having features, colouring, and a general facial appearance that look attractive in photographs
- biology producing or emitting light
photogenic bacteria
Derived Forms
- ˌphotoˈgenically, adverb
Other Words From
- photo·geni·cal·ly adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of photogenic1
Example Sentences
As younger nicotine consumers confront the health downsides of their habits, these companies are advertising photogenic solutions that dress up versions of an old formula by catering to both young vapers’ consumption habits and style.
One of the most photogenic events of any Games is the rhythmic gymnastics, which got under way at La Chapelle Arena on Thursday.
Ironically, these same protected spaces also tend to be highly photogenic hot-spots for tourism.
His photogenic younger children have thrust him into the tabloids and onto the Hollywood red carpet.
But the palace is operating under a labor shortage that is especially noticeable when it comes to the photogenic younger generation.
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Related Words
- attractive
- camera-ready
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