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photogenic

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English

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WOTD – 14 January 2009

Etymology

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From photo- +‎ -genic.

Pronunciation

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Adjective

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photogenic (comparative more photogenic, superlative most photogenic)

  1. Generated or caused by light.
    The sunbather developed a photogenic melanoma on her back.
  2. Producing or emitting light; luminescent.
    The photogenic bacteria were visible in the dark room.
  3. Looking good when photographed.
    The company hired the spokesperson for his photogenic face.
    • 2013 July 17, Dan Shive, El Goonish Shive (webcomic), Comic for Wednesday, Jul 17, 2013:
      "And besides, you've made it so easy to find reference images of you. You're quite... photogenic."

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