Synonyms for

Pictures

Verb / ˈpɪktʃɜ:z / Another word for pictures — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; a photograph.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

illustrations depictions representations images

Informal

pics snaps shots frames

Literary

visages effigies portraits

Antonyms

text writing descriptions narratives words prose

Common collocations

  • take pictures
  • digital pictures
  • family pictures
  • beautiful pictures
  • movie pictures
  • picture frame
  • picture gallery
  • picture book

Word family

noun picture
verb picture
adjective pictorial

Usage note

While 'pictures' can refer to any visual representation, it is most commonly used for photographs or drawings. 'Images' is a more general term.

Example sentences

  1. I love looking at pictures of my family and friends.
  2. She took a lot of pictures on her vacation.
  3. We can display our pictures on the wall.
  4. The museum has a collection of old pictures.
  5. He drew a picture of his favorite animal.

Quotes

  • A picture is worth a thousand words.
  • Every picture tells a story.
  • A photograph is a secret about a secret. The more it tells you, the less you know.

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