Visuals: meaning, definitions and examples

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visuals

 

[ หˆvษชส’สŠษ™lz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

design

Visuals refer to any visual elements used in design, such as images, graphics, and videos, to convey information or create an aesthetic appeal.

Synonyms

graphics, images, pictures.

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Word Description / Examples
visuals

This is a duplicate and can be removed as it's already explained above.

graphics

Appropriate when talking about visual designs that might include illustrations, diagrams, or digital art, often created using graphic design software.

  • The website's graphics were professionally designed and very appealing
images

Refers to any kind of pictures or photographs. Suitable for both digital and printed photos, and other types of static views.

  • She uploaded images from her vacation to social media
pictures

Commonly used to refer to photographs or paintings. It's a more casual term often used in everyday conversations.

  • Can you take a picture of us in front of the monument?

Examples of usage

  • Her presentation was engaging due to the high-quality visuals she incorporated.
  • The website's visuals were stunning and attracted many visitors.
Context #2 | Noun

arts

In the arts, visuals are essential for expressing emotions, ideas, or concepts through various mediums like painting, sculpture, or photography.

Synonyms

artwork, images, visual art.

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artwork

Often referred to when talking about pieces of art, such as paintings, drawings, or other creative expressions.

  • The gallery displayed a variety of artwork from local artists
  • She spent hours creating her latest piece of artwork
visual art

Employed when discussing broader forms of art that are primarily visual in nature, such as painting, sculpture, or photography. It often encompasses traditional and contemporary forms.

  • She studied visual art at the university
  • The festival showcased various forms of visual art from around the world
images

Used when describing photos, pictures, or representations of objects, scenes, or individuals. Commonly used in digital contexts.

  • He downloaded images from the internet for his project
  • The article was illustrated with images of the new product

Examples of usage

  • The artist's use of visuals in her paintings evoked strong emotions in the viewers.
  • Visuals play a crucial role in communicating the artist's message to the audience.
Context #3 | Noun

media

Visuals in media, such as films, advertisements, or social media posts, are powerful tools for capturing attention and conveying messages effectively.

Synonyms

graphics, images, pictures.

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Word Description / Examples
visuals

Used when referring to visual elements as a group, especially in multimedia presentations, advertising, and film. It is a general term for any visual content.

  • The presentation was enhanced by stunning visuals.
  • The film's visuals were breathtaking and added to the overall experience.
images

Typically used to describe photographs, illustrations, or other static visual representations. It is a broad term that can apply to any visual content captured or created.

  • She browsed through the images in the photo album.
  • The website uses high-resolution images to attract customers.
graphics

Often used in the context of computer design, video games, and art. It refers to visual elements that are created digitally, including charts, designs, and digital illustrations.

  • The video game's graphics were state-of-the-art.
  • The report featured detailed graphics to explain the data.
pictures

Commonly used in everyday language to describe photographs or drawings. It is an informal term usually used in daily conversation.

  • We took a lot of pictures during our vacation.
  • Can you show me the pictures from last night's event?

Examples of usage

  • The viral video's strong visuals made it shareable across different social media platforms.
  • Advertisers often rely on striking visuals to attract consumers to their products.

Translations

Translations of the word "visuals" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น visuais

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅƒเคถเฅเคฏเฅ‹เค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Visuelles

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ visual

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะทัƒะฐะปัŒะฝั– ะผะฐั‚ะตั€ั–ะฐะปะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wizualizacje

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ“ใ‚ธใƒฅใ‚ขใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท visuels

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ visuales

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถrseller

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ๊ฐ ์ž๋ฃŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑุฆูŠุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vizuรกly

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vizuรกly

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ง†่ง‰ๆๆ–™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vizuali

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sjรณnrรฆnt efni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะธะทัƒะฐะปะดะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ–แƒฃแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vizuallar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ visuales

Etymology

The word 'visuals' originated from the Latin word 'visus,' meaning sight or sense of seeing. It first appeared in English in the late 18th century, evolving to represent the visual elements used in various forms of communication and art. Over time, visuals have become an integral part of design, arts, and media, playing a crucial role in conveying information, evoking emotions, and capturing attention.

See also: visualization, visualize, visually.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,596, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.