cinematic
adjective
cin·e·mat·ic
ˌsi-nə-ˈma-tik 
1
: of, relating to, suggestive of, or suitable for movies or the filming of movies
cinematic principles and techniques
cinematic special effects
2
: filmed and presented as a movie
cinematic fantasies
a cinematic adaptation of a novel
Examples of cinematic in a Sentence
a director who has produced some great cinematic moments
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Originally released in 1998, Moon Safari was a landmark record in the downtempo and electronic space, praised for its lush textures, cinematic instrumentation and dreamy atmosphere.
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025
The company’s approach to gameplay is also more cinematic and focused on solo adventures compared to most mobile games, says Michael Pachter, a managing director for Wedbush Securities covering entertainment software.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025
Suddenly, what might have been a warm cuddle of nostalgia is starting to look more like a cinematic chokehold.
—Raven Smith, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2025
His blend of personal tenacity and philanthropy left a legacy that resonates beyond his cinematic contributions.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025
The company’s approach to gameplay is also more cinematic and focused on solo adventures compared to most mobile games, says Michael Pachter, a managing director for Wedbush Securities covering entertainment software.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025
Suddenly, what might have been a warm cuddle of nostalgia is starting to look more like a cinematic chokehold.
—Raven Smith, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2025
His blend of personal tenacity and philanthropy left a legacy that resonates beyond his cinematic contributions.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cinematic
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“Cinematic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinematic. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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