as in realistic
closely resembling the object imitated
photo-realistic portraits of birds that caused some gallerygoers to forget that they were looking at paintings
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for photo-realistic
Adjective
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The two decided to use handheld cameras, an unusual technique in Mexico at the time, to make the film feel viscerally realistic.—
Stephania Taladrid,
The New Yorker,
27 Feb. 2025 -
The ability to cover water while also presenting a realistic looking bait is key for catching numbers of smallmouth.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Carter was a living example of the struggle to end war and suffering around the world and to promote peace, justice and human rights.—
Storer H. Rowley,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2025
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As scientists gather more examples, the pair’s private hand-on-eye code remains a poignant reminder of how similar chimpanzees are to their closest living relatives.—
Brandon Keim,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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At one point, the film undergoes distinct transitions, replacing its naturalistic form with kaleidoscopic vistas, while also swapping its dramatic blocking for documentary-style talking heads, involving an entirely new set of subjects.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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His one break from naturalistic realism is only a little distracting.—
Ritesh Mehta,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2025
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Instead of following pre-programmed scripts, modern AI systems allow NPCs to exhibit lifelike decision-making and emotional responses, enhancing immersion.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes,
18 Dec. 2024
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This pre-lit garland features green berries, delicate eucalyptus leaves and lifelike pine cones.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
5 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The telescope will pinpoint the location of each of these galaxies, creating a massive three-dimensional atlas of the cosmos.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
28 Feb. 2025
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Zeus Views The strapless cherry red dress earned its rightful place on the best dressed list with its three-dimensional tiered structure.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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However, following an injury to Kai Havertz, who is not a natural striker but has led the line for most of the season, the frustration has reached boiling point.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The goal is to make touch a natural and expected part of your routine.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Photo-realistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photo-realistic. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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