Synonyms for

Video

Verb / ˈvɪdi:əʊ / Another word for video — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A recording of both moving and still pictures that can be played on a television or screen.

Synonyms & similar words

telecasting picture television videorecording tv film movie clip footage flick picture show tape cinema feature screenplay silent talkie videotape credits newsreel documentary

Synonyms by register

Formal

recording film motion picture audiovisual

Informal

clip vid movie flick

Literary

spectacle tableau moving image

Antonyms

still static immobile unmoving fixed motionless

Common collocations

  • watch video
  • play video
  • record video
  • upload video
  • video game
  • video call
  • video conference
  • video editing

Word family

noun video
verb video
adjective video

Usage note

While 'video' can function as a verb, it is less common and often sounds informal or technical. It is more frequently used as a noun referring to the medium itself or a specific recording.

Example sentences

  1. I watched a video about penguins at the zoo.
  2. My mom took a video of me riding my bike.
  3. We watched a video for science class today.
  4. I like to make videos with my friends.
  5. The video of the concert was amazing.

Quotes

  • I believe video will be the primary medium for people to communicate in the future. - Matt Mullenweg
  • Video is a powerful tool to help people understand things. - Bill Gates
  • Video is the most powerful way to humanize your brand. - Jonathon Perrelli

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