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Image vs. Picture: Know the Difference

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By Shumaila Saeed || Updated on December 25, 2023
An image is a visual representation, while a picture is a photograph or a painting.
Image vs. Picture

Key Differences

An image encompasses a broad spectrum of visual representations, be it a photograph, a drawing, or a digital creation, whereas a picture is often regarded as a photograph or a tangible portrayal captured by a camera or painted.
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Images serve as a broader category in the digital realm, representing anything that can be rendered on a screen. On the other hand, pictures hold a sense of physicality and tradition, tied closely to the art of photography and painting. Images can be abstract, such as a graph or a chart, reflecting concepts or data. Pictures are expected to be more concrete, capturing scenes and moments, making them a subset of images.
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Images are malleable, often altered or enhanced through technology, embodying a multitude of forms including icons, symbols, and renderings. Pictures carry with them an air of authenticity, especially in the context of photographs, as historical documents or personal mementos.
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In summary, all pictures can be images, but not all images are pictures, as images represent a wider category that includes artistic and functional visuals in both physical and digital forms.
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Comparison Chart

Definition

A representation of an object via various means like art or photography.
A representation created using paint, pencil, photography, etc., usually on a surface.
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Usage in Language

Can be used to describe mental visualizations.
Primarily used for tangible depictions.
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Digital Context

Often used to describe any visual item on a screen.
Usually refers to a photo or a detailed artwork.
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Abstraction

Can be abstract, representing more than just visual likenesses.
Often concrete, depicting a clear visual scene or subject.
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Medium

Can be virtual or physical, spanning across various mediums.
Traditionally associated with physical mediums like canvas or photo paper.
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Image and Picture Definitions

Image

An image is a visual representation in art or mathematics.
The image in the painting spoke volumes about the artist's skill.
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Picture

A picture is a photograph or a painting.
She hung a picture of her family on the wall.
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Image

A representation of the form of a person or object, such as a painting or photograph.
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A picture often implies a visual depiction meant to be seen.
The children's book was full of colorful pictures.
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A sculptured likeness.
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A picture can be an illustration used in a book or other media.
The instructions were accompanied by helpful pictures.
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Image

(Physics) An optically formed duplicate, counterpart, or other representative reproduction of an object, especially an optical reproduction formed by a lens or mirror.
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Picture

A visual representation or image painted, drawn, photographed, or otherwise rendered on a flat surface.
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One that closely or exactly resembles another
He is the image of his uncle.
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Picture

A visible image, especially one on a flat surface or screen
The picture reflected in the lake.
Focused the picture on the movie screen.
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Image

Likeness; semblance
Genesis says that man was made in the image of God.
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A vivid or realistic verbal description
A Shakespearean picture of guilt.
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The opinion or concept of something that is held by the public
The public's image of business leaders as greedy.
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A vivid mental image.
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The concept or character projected to the public, as by a person or institution, especially as interpreted by the mass media
An actor who tried to convey an image of refined beauty.
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Picture

A person or object bearing a marked resemblance to another
She's the picture of her mother.
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Image

A typical example or embodiment
That child is the image of good health.
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Picture

A person, object, or scene that typifies or embodies an emotion, state of mind, or mood
Your face was the very picture of horror.
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Image

A mental picture of something not real or present
Our image of the cottage did not conform with reality.
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Picture

The chief circumstances of an event or time; the situation
How does the new boyfriend figure in the picture?.
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A vivid description or representation in words, especially a metaphor or simile
The poem uses the image of a barren tree to convey feelings of desolation.
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Picture

A movie.
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Image

(Mathematics) A set of values of a function corresponding to a particular subset of a domain.
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Picture

A tableau vivant.
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Image

(Computers) An exact replica of the contents of a storage device, such as a hard disk, stored on a second storage device, such as a network server.
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Picture

To make a visible representation of
In this photo, the mayor is pictured with several aides.
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(Obsolete) An apparition.
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Picture

To form a mental image of; visualize
I pictured my grandfather as a young man coming to America.
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Image

To make or produce a likeness of
Imaged the poet in bronze.
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Picture

To describe vividly in words; make a verbal picture of
Pictured their heroism in glowing language.
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Image

To mirror or reflect
A statue imaged in the water.
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Picture

A representation of anything (as a person, a landscape, a building) upon canvas, paper, or other surface, by drawing, painting, printing, photography, etc.
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Image

To make a visual representation of (an object) using remote scanning or technology such as magnetic resonance imaging
Imaged the diseased kidneys.
Imaged the surface of Mars.
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Picture

An image; a representation as in the imagination.
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Image

To symbolize or typify
A kneeling woman imaging the nation's grief.
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Picture

A painting.
There was a picture hanging above the fireplace.
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Image

To picture mentally; imagine or visualize
Imaged each dive before doing it.
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Picture

A photograph.
I took a picture of the church.
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Image

To describe, especially so vividly as to evoke a mental picture
The passage images what it's like to grow up poor.
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A motion picture.
Casablanca is my all-time favorite picture.
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Image

To print (a file) using a laser printer, imagesetter, direct-to-plate press, or similar device.
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Picture

Cinema as a form of entertainment.
Let's go to the pictures.
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Image

To transmit (an exact replica of the contents of a storage device) to another storage device
Imaged the hard drive to the server.
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Picture

A paragon, a perfect example or specimen (of a category).
She's the very picture of health.
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Image

An optical or other representation of a real object; a graphic; a picture.
The Bible forbids the worship of graven images.
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Picture

An attractive sight.
The garden is a real picture at this time of year.
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Image

A mental picture of something not real or not present.
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Picture

The art of painting; representation by painting.
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Image

A statue or idol.
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Picture

A figure; a model.
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Image

(computing) A file that contains all information needed to produce a live working copy. (See disk image and image copy.)
Most game console emulators do not come with any ROM images for copyright reasons.
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Picture

Situation.
The employment picture for the older middle class is not so good.
You can't just look at the election, you've got to look at the big picture.
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Image

A characteristic of a person, group or company etc., style, manner of dress, how one is or wishes to be perceived by others.
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Picture

(MLE) A sample of an illegal drug.
If you want me to buy your weed I’ll need a picture.
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Image

(mathematics) What a function maps to.
The number 6 is the image of 3 under f that is defined as f(x) = 2x.
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(programming) A format string in the COBOL programming language.
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(mathematics) The subset of a codomain comprising those elements that are images of something.
The image of this step function is the set of integers.
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Picture

(transitive) To represent in or with a picture.
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Image

(radio) A form of interference: a weaker "copy" of a strong signal that occurs at a different frequency.
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Picture

(transitive) To imagine or envision.
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Image

(obsolete) Show; appearance; cast.
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Picture

(transitive) To depict or describe vividly.
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Image

(transitive) To represent by an image or symbol; to portray.
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Picture

The art of painting; representation by painting.
Any well-expressed image . . . either in picture or sculpture.
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Image

(transitive) To reflect, mirror.
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Picture

A representation of anything (as a person, a landscape, a building) upon canvas, paper, or other surface, produced by means of painting, drawing, engraving, photography, etc.; a representation in colors. By extension, a figure; a model.
Pictures and shapes are but secondary objects.
The young king's picture . . . in virgin wax.
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Image

(transitive) To create an image of.
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Picture

An image or resemblance; a representation, either to the eye or to the mind; that which, by its likeness, brings vividly to mind some other thing; as, a child is the picture of his father; the man is the picture of grief.
My eyes make pictures when they are shut.
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Image

To create a complete backup copy of a file system or other entity.
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Picture

To draw or paint a resemblance of; to delineate; to represent; to form or present an ideal likeness of; to bring before the mind.
I have not seen him so pictured.
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Image

An imitation, representation, or similitude of any person, thing, or act, sculptured, drawn, painted, or otherwise made perceptible to the sight; a visible presentation; a copy; a likeness; an effigy; a picture; a semblance.
Even like a stony image, cold and numb.
Whose is this image and superscription?
This play is the image of a murder done in Vienna.
And God created man in his own image.
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Picture

A visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface;
They showed us the pictures of their wedding
A movie is a series of images projected so rapidly that the eye integrates them
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Image

Hence: The likeness of anything to which worship is paid; an idol.
Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, . . . thou shalt not bow down thyself to them.
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Picture

Graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface;
A small painting by Picasso
He bought the painting as an investment
His pictures hang in the Louvre
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Image

Show; appearance; cast.
The face of things a frightful image bears.
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Picture

A clear and telling mental image;
He described his mental picture of his assailant
He had no clear picture of himself or his world
The events left a permanent impression in his mind
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Image

A representation of anything to the mind; a picture drawn by the fancy; a conception; an idea.
Can we conceiveImage of aught delightful, soft, or great?
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Picture

A situation treated as an observable object;
The political picture is favorable
The religious scene in England has changed in the last century
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Image

A picture, example, or illustration, often taken from sensible objects, and used to illustrate a subject; usually, an extended metaphor.
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Picture

Illustrations used to decorate or explain a text;
The dictionary had many pictures
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Image

The figure or picture of any object formed at the focus of a lens or mirror, by rays of light from the several points of the object symmetrically refracted or reflected to corresponding points in such focus; this may be received on a screen, a photographic plate, or the retina of the eye, and viewed directly by the eye, or with an eyeglass, as in the telescope and microscope; the likeness of an object formed by reflection; as, to see one's image in a mirror.
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Picture

A form of entertainment that enacts a story by a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement;
They went to a movie every Saturday night
The film was shot on location
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Image

To represent or form an image of; as, the still lake imaged the shore; the mirror imaged her figure.
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Picture

The visible part of a television transmission;
They could still receive the sound but the picture was gone
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Image

To represent to the mental vision; to form a likeness of by the fancy or recollection; to imagine.
Condemn'd whole years in absence to deplore,And image charms he must behold no more.
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Picture

A graphic or vivid verbal description;
Too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures
The author gives a depressing picture of life in Poland
The pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters
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Image

An iconic mental representation;
Her imagination forced images upon her too awful to contemplate
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Picture

A typical example of some state or quality;
The very picture of a modern general
She was the picture of despair
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Image

A visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface;
They showed us the pictures of their wedding
A movie is a series of images projected so rapidly that the eye integrates them
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Picture

Imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind;
I can't see him on horseback!
I can see what will happen
I can see a risk in this strategy
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Image

(Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world;
A public image is as fragile as Humpty Dumpty
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Picture

Show in, or as in, a picture;
This scene depicts country life
The face of the child is rendered with much tenderness in this painting
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Image

A standard or typical example;
He is the prototype of good breeding
He provided America with an image of the good father
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Picture

A picture can also mean a mental representation.
The novel painted a vivid picture of Victorian England.
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Language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense
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Picture

In the film industry, a picture refers to a movie.
That director’s latest picture won several awards.
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Image

Someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor);
He could be Gingrich's double
She's the very image of her mother
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Image

A representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture);
The coin bears an effigy of Lincoln
The emperor's tomb had his image carved in stone
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Image

Imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind;
I can't see him on horseback!
I can see what will happen
I can see a risk in this strategy
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Image

An image is a representation or likeness of an object.
The image of the mountain was breathtaking.
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Image

An image can also refer to a mental picture or idea.
The speech conjured a powerful image of peace.
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Image

In technology, an image is a copy of a system's data.
He created an image of his hard drive for backup.
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Image

An image can be a symbol or icon representing a larger concept.
The dove is an image often associated with peace.
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Repeatedly Asked Queries

Is a digital photo considered an image or a picture?

A digital photo is considered both an image and a picture.
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Can the word 'picture' refer to a movie?

Yes, in the context of the film industry, a movie can be called a picture.
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Does 'image' have a scientific meaning?

Yes, in science, an image can refer to a visual representation of an object captured by optical devices.
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Is an image always a picture?

No, an image isn't always a picture; it can be a digital rendering, a symbol, or a mental visualization.
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Can a picture be something other than a photograph?

Yes, a picture can also be a painting, a drawing, or any other form of visual art.
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Are the terms image and picture interchangeable?

They can be, but 'image' has broader uses, while 'picture' is more specific to visual art and photography.
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Can an image be abstract?

Yes, images can be abstract, representing concepts or data.
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Do pictures have to be physical?

Not necessarily; digital pictures are common, but the term often implies a physical medium.
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Are illustrations in books considered images or pictures?

They can be referred to as both, but are commonly called pictures.
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Can the term 'image' refer to a person's public perception?

Yes, 'image' can also describe the public persona of a person or organization.
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Are screen captures called images or pictures?

They are typically called images.
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Is a hologram an image or a picture?

A hologram is an image, often three-dimensional.
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Is an icon on a computer an image or a picture?

It is an image, specifically a type of digital icon.
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Can a picture be without color?

Yes, such as in black and white photography.
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Are paintings always considered pictures?

Yes, paintings are traditionally categorized as pictures.
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Do people say 'picture' in reference to digital art?

Yes, but 'image' is more commonly used in that context.
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Is a caricature a picture?

Yes, a caricature is a stylized picture.
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Can a picture be used to describe something that is not visual?

No, pictures are visual by definition.
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Can the term 'image' apply to a brand's logo?

Yes, a logo is a type of image.
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Are diagrams considered images?

Yes, diagrams are a type of image.
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December 25, 2023
Term is a general period for any division of the academic year, while Semester specifically refers to half of an academic year.
Gorilla Glass 3 vs. Gorilla Glass 5Gorilla Glass 3 vs. Gorilla Glass 5
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January 1, 2024
Gorilla Glass 3 offers improved scratch resistance and durability compared to its predecessors, while Gorilla Glass 5 focuses on enhanced drop protection and toughness.
Gavage vs. LavageGavage vs. Lavage
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December 25, 2023
Gavage is the process of feeding a person or animal by inserting a tube into the stomach, while lavage is the washing out of a body cavity, such as the stomach, typically for medical treatment.
Nanomaterials vs. NanoparticlesNanomaterials vs. Nanoparticles
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December 25, 2023
Nanomaterials are diverse materials with components smaller than 100nm, whereas nanoparticles are specific, ultrafine particles within this size range.
Travel Agent vs. Tour OperatorTravel Agent vs. Tour Operator
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December 25, 2023
A travel agent is a professional who arranges travel plans for individuals, while a tour operator designs and manages complete travel packages.
Batch Fermentation vs. Continuous FermentationBatch Fermentation vs. Continuous Fermentation
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February 10, 2024
Batch Fermentation is a finite process where nutrients are added at the start and products are harvested at the end, whereas Continuous Fermentation involves a steady input of nutrients and continuous product harvest.
Plant Cell vs. Animal CellPlant Cell vs. Animal Cell
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December 25, 2023
Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts for photosynthesis, while animal cells lack these but have centrioles.
Hard Copy vs. Soft CopyHard Copy vs. Soft Copy
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December 25, 2023
A Hard Copy is a physical version of a document or file, usually on paper, while a Soft Copy is a digital version of the document, stored electronically.
Sausage vs. SmokieSausage vs. Smokie
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December 25, 2023
A sausage is a type of meat product usually made from ground meat, often pork, beef, or poultry, while a smokie is a specific type of smoked sausage.
Japanese Eyes vs. Chinese EyesJapanese Eyes vs. Chinese Eyes
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December 25, 2023
Japanese Eyes and Chinese Eyes refer to linguistic structures in Japanese and Chinese respectively, each reflecting unique aspects of grammar and syntax.
2 Pole Motors vs. 4 Pole Motors2 Pole Motors vs. 4 Pole Motors
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December 25, 2023
2 Pole Motors have one pair of magnetic poles and run at higher speeds, while 4 Pole Motors have two pairs of poles and operate at lower speeds, offering higher torque.
Absolute Privilege vs. Qualified PrivilegeAbsolute Privilege vs. Qualified Privilege
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December 26, 2023
Absolute privilege is a complete defense against defamation claims, often used in legal or parliamentary contexts, while qualified privilege offers conditional protection, requiring the absence of malice.
Analog Computer vs. Digital ComputerAnalog Computer vs. Digital Computer
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December 25, 2023
An Analog Computer processes continuous data, whereas a Digital Computer processes data in discrete numerical form.
White Collar Crime vs. Blue Collar CrimeWhite Collar Crime vs. Blue Collar Crime
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December 25, 2023
White Collar Crime involves non-violent, financially motivated offenses often committed by professionals, while Blue Collar Crime refers to physical or violent crimes often by manual laborers.
Fast Food vs. Traditional FoodFast Food vs. Traditional Food
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December 25, 2023
Fast Food is quick, convenient, and often pre-prepared, while Traditional Food emphasizes cultural recipes, longer preparation times, and home cooking.
Handsome vs. SmartHandsome vs. Smart
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December 25, 2023
Handsome describes physical attractiveness, focusing on looks, while smart denotes intelligence or cleverness, related to mental capabilities.
Consecutive vs. SubsequentConsecutive vs. Subsequent
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December 25, 2023
Consecutive refers to events or things following one after another in uninterrupted sequence, whereas subsequent denotes following in time or order, but not necessarily immediately afterward.
Goth vs. AltGoth vs. Alt
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February 5, 2024
Goth is a dark, often Victorian-influenced subculture and style, while Alt (alternative) is a broader term encompassing non-mainstream styles and attitudes.

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