Photogenic
(adjective)
Having a natural ability to look good in photographs.
Origin:
The word 'photogenic' was first used in the mid-19th century and is derived from the greek words 'photo' meaning light and 'genes' meaning born or produced.
Examples:
- She has always been photogenic, even as a child.
- The model was chosen for the cover of the magazine because she was photogenic and had a good smile.
- Some people are just naturally photogenic, while others need a lot of help from lighting and makeup.
- A photogenic face is not just about looks, but also about having the right expression and body language.
- Photogenic people often have the ability to change their expressions and poses to look their best in photos.