pixelate
verb (used with object)
in computer graphics and digital photography, to cause (an image) to break up into pixels, as by overenlarging the image.
pixelation
-
a word derived from
pixelate.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“From where I stand you are a perfect pixelation of America: the Black, the brown, the Christian, the Muslim, the native-born, and yes, the powerful immigrant.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 13, 2025
Internet users immediately flagged the discrepancies between the skin tone on Zelenskiy's neck and face, the odd accent in the video, and the pixelation around his head.
From Reuters ● Mar. 16, 2022
Both livestreamed video and captured clips were clear and free of any pixelation.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 17, 2021
That’s not a lot of resolution stretched across a fairly big panel, and it shows — if you look closely at images you’ll see some pixelation.
From The Verge ● Aug. 13, 2021
Wagner said the dark lighting was intentional, but believed HBO’s video compression of the episode decreased the visual quality, causing added pixelation and darkened colors.
From Fox News ● May 1, 2019
