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as in picture
something or someone that strongly resembles another
the girl is growing up to be the perfect image of her mother
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2
as in illustration
a two-dimensional design intended to look like a person or thing
a cave with prehistoric images of wild animals
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as in idea
something imagined or pictured in the mind
a sentimental visit to her childhood home to see if it still matched her mental image of the place
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as in manifestation
a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)
a general who became for many the very image of the stoic warrior
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as in to depict
to present a picture of
in the painting Sacagawea is imaged as an intrepid woman pointing the way for Lewis and Clark
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as in to describe
to give a representation or account of in words
the brochure images a vacation at the resort in language that makes you want to make a reservation this instant
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as in to picture
to form a mental picture of
anyone who still images the cape's coastline as a scene of unspoiled beauty is in for a rude awakening
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Recent Examples of image
Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
Some readers may find the images below disturbing.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Alicen Nelson Md, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
In Figure 3, the thermal camera was able to image at a distance of ~ 2 nautical miles (~3.7 terrestrial miles).
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The exhibit book, which includes 85 archival images and artifact photographs, can be pre-ordered here.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
Some readers may find the images below disturbing.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
Providers detect blood clots using imaging studies, like an ultrasound or angiogram.
—Alicen Nelson Md, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
In Figure 3, the thermal camera was able to image at a distance of ~ 2 nautical miles (~3.7 terrestrial miles).
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for image
Noun
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Photograph: Silas Stein/picture alliance via Getty Images This story originally appeared on Vox and is part of the Climate Desk collaboration.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
5 Apr. 2025
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Still, Hynes wasn’t about to paint a pretty picture about losing to the Isles.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Here’s a visual illustration of this collective shrug of the shoulders.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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The boards are expected to improve play area accessibility by displaying photos, symbols or illustrations to enable individuals with limited language skills to communicate.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Have an idea for Vintage Chicago Tribune?—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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The oldest and most famous market on the street, La Boqueria, seemed more like a fun-house hallucination of the tourist’s idea of Barcelona than a living, integral part of the city.—
Coke Bartrina,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Tran swears that having a physical manifestation to interact with is why the terrifying sequences work.—
Simon Thompson,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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The inability to give a directional answer to these questions is a manifestation of uncertainty.—
William Dunkelberg,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To depict him as a victim of manipulation grants him an unearned absolution.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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In another scene, gender dysphoria is depicted through Josephine wearing a campy, plastic sea monster mask, like something straight out of a ’50s B-movie.—
James Factora,
Them.,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The suspect is described by cops as dark-skinned and 5-foot-5 and was dressed in black.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
24 Mar. 2025
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Harden said, before describing what happened.—
Law Murray,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Creator Darren Star reflected on the wig reveal seen around the world — when Kimberly reappears after the accident and de-wigs to display a giant brain surgery scar — to Entertainment Weekly in 2019.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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This sentiment reflects what many professionals are seeking--not just blind hope but tangible pathways to growth and recognition.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Just imagine the potpourri of amazing facial expressions that would have been on display had Sai been sitting on the jury.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Brian Eno Few musicians have applied themselves so diligently to imagining what space sounds like.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Image.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/image. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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