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Photogenic vs Photographic - What's the difference?

photogenic | photographic |

As adjectives the difference between photogenic and photographic

is that photogenic is generated or caused by light while photographic is pertaining to photographs or photography.

photogenic

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Generated or caused by light.
    • The sunbather developed a photogenic melanoma on her back.
  • Producing or emitting light, luminescent.
    • The photogenic bacteria were visible in the dark room.
  • Looking good when photographed.
    • The company hired the spokesperson for his photogenic face.

    Derived terms

    * photogenically * photogenicity

    photographic

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Pertaining to photographs or photography.
    • This shop stocks all the latest photographic equipment.

    Related terms

    * photographic memory

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