The Opposite(Antonym) of “photographic”
The antonyms of photographic are unrealistic and impressionistic. The antonym unrealistic implies that something is not true to life, while impressionistic suggests a subjective or interpretive representation of reality.
Explore all Antonyms of “photographic”
Definitions and Examples of unrealistic, impressionistic
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not true to life; not representing things as they are.
Example
The special effects in the movie were so over-the-top that they looked unrealistic.
Representing reality in a subjective or interpretive way, often emphasizing the artist's impression or feeling.
Example
The painter's style was impressionistic, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors that conveyed a sense of emotion.
Key Differences: unrealistic vs impressionistic
- 1Unrealistic refers to something that is not true to life, while photographic implies a realistic representation of reality.
- 2Impressionistic suggests a subjective or interpretive representation of reality, while photographic implies an objective and accurate depiction of reality.
Effective Usage of unrealistic, impressionistic
- 1Art Criticism: Use impressionistic to describe art that emphasizes the artist's impression or feeling.
- 2Film Criticism: Use unrealistic to critique special effects or scenes that are not true to life.
- 3Photography Criticism: Use photographic to praise photographs that accurately depict reality.
Remember this!
The antonyms of photographic are unrealistic and impressionistic. Use unrealistic to describe something that is not true to life, and impressionistic to describe a subjective or interpretive representation of reality. Use photographic to praise photographs that accurately depict reality.
