as in beautiful
tending to look good in photographs
She's a very photogenic child. This is the city's most photogenic park.
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Recent Examples of photogenic
The Cotswolds’ photogenic towns and villages have served as the backdrop for many movies and TV shows, including Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001), Downton Abbey (2010–2015), and Nancy Meyers’ Christmas rom-com The Holiday (2006).
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Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Ground has already been broken on a luxury yacht marina and resort in Shoal Bay West, a tranquil and photogenic beach area.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The extremely popular hike leads to one of the most photogenic spots in the entire park: a narrow, rocky perch hovering 1,500 feet above the Virgin River.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 6 Jan. 2025
Get The Recipe 17 of 28 Bisquick Blackberry Cobbler
Not only is this cobbler a delicious experience, but the rich tones of the berries make this cobbler especially photogenic.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
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Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Ground has already been broken on a luxury yacht marina and resort in Shoal Bay West, a tranquil and photogenic beach area.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The extremely popular hike leads to one of the most photogenic spots in the entire park: a narrow, rocky perch hovering 1,500 feet above the Virgin River.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 6 Jan. 2025
Get The Recipe 17 of 28 Bisquick Blackberry Cobbler
Not only is this cobbler a delicious experience, but the rich tones of the berries make this cobbler especially photogenic.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for photogenic
Adjective
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There are six impossibly grand and beautiful suites here, including the Suite Gianvico, with its 18th-century wallpaper, velvet chairs, parquet floors and a freestanding bathtub overlooking the lake.—
Lysanne Currie,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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This area is especially beautiful and festive in the fall, but there’s never a bad time to visit.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Take a look at more below: Walmart, a big-box retailer popular among a wide range of consumers, has been especially attractive amid concerns about inflation, high grocery prices and the direction of the U.S. economy.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
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The mule’s pointed open toe design, too, will look supremely attractive when peeking out from your wide-leg trousers or pleated maxi skirt.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
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It’s made from weather-resistant aluminum that looks better with age, and the delicate floral scrollwork provides charming details.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
20 Mar. 2025
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The music and themes make this one of the more charming live-action adaptations in a while.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
20 Mar. 2025
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Sun and Moon looked lovely, had a wild story focused on alternate worlds and family drama, and some of the coolest Pokémon ever introduced in the series.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Mary then hosted a lovely tea for all of us, which was equally impressive.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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His rapping has a frail, slithering quality; his vocal tone morphs between cute squeakiness and ragged rottweiler growls.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
21 Mar. 2025
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This Mainstays set accomplishes both goals and is so cute for summer.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Schwartz was a tall, handsome kid from New York, the son of a doctor.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Ultimately, the stepmother is defeated, and Snow White falls in love with a handsome prince.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Gothenburg locals recognize this spot as a landmark in the city and a gorgeous structure designed by Swedish architect Victor von Gegerfelt in 1874.—
Brittany Leitner,
StyleCaster,
19 Mar. 2025
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Zegler radiates light and beauty in Powell’s gorgeous reworking of the iconic blue and yellow gown that just about every 5-year-old girl in the Western world has dragged through the dirt.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Mar. 2025
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Transferring everyday items from their bulky, visually stimulating packaging into pretty containers is one way to organize your home while maintaining your design style.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2025
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Clint Steadman, in the only other truly significant male role, has a youthful charm and pretty tenor as Joe, the junior accountant who teaches Violet something about second chances.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Photogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photogenic. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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