real image

noun

: an optical image formed of real foci

Examples of real image in a Sentence

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Despite these differences, studies show people struggle to distinguish real images from synthetic ones, regardless of origin. Arryn Robbins, The Conversation, 11 Apr. 2025 The combination of folkloric illustrations with real images of nebulae makes this, well, nebulous topic more understandable and relatable. Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Dec. 2024 Amid the real images of chaos lurks a gruesome, unfounded narrative about cannibalism in Haiti. Samantha Putterman and Maria Ramirez Uribe, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Mar. 2024 Image: Google Brain And here are the overall results: Results of the study showing how accurate humans are at identifying real images opposed to adversarial images. IEEE Spectrum, 28 Feb. 2018 See All Example Sentences for real image

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of real image was in 1882

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“Real image.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20image. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

real image

noun
: an image of an object formed by rays of light coming to a focus (as after passing through a lens)

Medical Definition

real image

noun
: an optical image formed of real foci

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