Definitions

1. noun

the process of reducing an image or a video to a collection of small, square pixels, often used to create a stylized or distorted effect

“The artist used pixilation to give the animation a retro, video game-like feel.”

2. noun

a visual effect that results from pixilation, characterized by a mosaic-like or blocky appearance

“The poor video quality was due to a severe case of pixilation, making it hard to see what was happening on screen.”

3. verb

to reduce an image or a video to a collection of small, square pixels, often used to create a stylized or distorted effect

“The editor decided to pixilate the footage to give it a unique, low-fi aesthetic.”