Synonyms for

Thumbnail

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

Definition

a small drawing or picture, especially one that is a copy of a larger one

Synonyms & similar words

miniature sketch outline draft rough model mock-up prototype sample specimen representation illustration picture image photograph snapshot photo portrait drawing painting

Synonyms by register

Formal

miniature abridgment summary epitome

Informal

pic snap clip preview

Literary

diminutive sketch outline

Antonyms

full-size complete entire whole large extensive

Common collocations

  • thumbnail sketch
  • thumbnail image
  • thumbnail view
  • thumbnail version
  • thumbnail size
  • thumbnail picture
  • thumbnail graphic

Word family

noun thumbnail
verb thumbnail
adjective thumbnail

Usage note

Primarily used to refer to a small preview image or a brief summary. As a verb, it means to create a thumbnail sketch of something.

Example sentences

  1. I drew a thumbnail of my favorite character from the book.
  2. The artist made a thumbnail of her painting before starting.
  3. He showed us a thumbnail of the website before launching it.
  4. I always like to sketch a thumbnail of my designs before making the final product.
  5. The editor asked for a thumbnail of the article for the magazine cover.

Quotes

  • A thumbnail sketch is the embryo of a picture.
  • The devil is in the details, but the angels are in the thumbnail.
  • A picture is worth a thousand words, but a thumbnail can say it all.

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