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cinematographically

cinematographically

1 9.3
In a way that looks like a film using camera shots and lighting
  • adverb
  • /ˌsɪnəˈmætɪkəˌgræfɪkli/
  • Specialized
: cinematográficamente
  • The director approached the scene cinematographically, using dramatic angles to enhance the tension.

Examples

  • In this film, the landscape is captured cinematographically, showcasing breathtaking views that draw the viewer in.

  • Do you recall what was philosophically or cinematographically compelling about those two movies, or why you included them?

  • The artist's work is not just painted but also presented cinematographically, making each frame feel like a still from a movie.

Synonyms

cinematically
vscinematographically
3 5.5

To seem like a movie because of strong pictures and drama

focuses on filmmaking methods and technical choices rather than dramatic flair

How Cinematic

cinematographically
  • Specialized
1 9.3

Surface Forms

cinematographically positive

Morphology

cinematographically = cinematographic (transparent) = cinematographic + ally

Formed by adding the regular adverbial suffix '-ally' to the adjective 'cinematographic', so the meaning is directly derived.

Etymology

Cinematographically comes from cinema, which means 'movies', and a part like in photograph that means 'to record or show'. So, to do something cinematographically is to do it 'in a movie-like' or 'film-style' way.