Synonyms for

Pixels

Verb / ˈpɪksʌlz / Another word for pixels — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pixels are the smallest unit of a digital image or graphic that can be displayed and controlled on a computer screen or other electronic device.

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • digital pixels
  • image pixels
  • pixel density
  • pixel resolution
  • pixel art
  • pixel data
  • pixel dimensions
  • pixel grid

Word family

noun pixel

Usage note

Pixels are the smallest controllable element of a picture represented on a screen. It is a portmanteau of 'picture element'.

Example sentences

  1. The image on the computer screen is made up of tiny pixels.
  2. My camera takes pictures with high resolution and lots of pixels.
  3. I can zoom in on the photo and see the individual pixels.
  4. The video game character looks pixelated because of the low number of pixels in the image.
  5. I can't read the text on the screen because the pixels are too small.

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