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CGI
/ˌsiː.dʒiˈaɪ/
💡 computer-generated imagery
“The movie used CGI to create realistic dinosaurs.”
“CGI was used to digitally generate lifelike dinosaurs in the film.”
💻Technology
technical
Computer-generated imagery used in films, video games, and other media to create realistic or fantastical visual effects.
Modern blockbusters rely heavily on CGI for action sequences.
Many recent action movies depend on CGI to create dynamic and visually impressive scenes.
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CGI is often used interchangeably with 'digital effects' or 'VFX' (visual effects).
Collocations
CGI effectsvisual effects created using computer-generated imageryCGI animationanimation created using computer-generated imagery
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
CGI is often used to describe any digital visual effects in media, but it specifically refers to imagery created entirely by computers.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While CGI is powerful, overusing it can make a film feel artificial. Balancing CGI with practical effects can enhance realism.
📖Word Origin
Acronym for 'Computer-Generated Imagery', first used in the 1970s in the film industry.
📝Usage Notes
CGI is commonly used in film, gaming, and advertising to create realistic or fantastical visuals that would be difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional methods.
Word Breakdown
C
Computer
prefixG
Generated
prefixI
Imagery
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