snapshot

/ˈsnæpʃɒt/

Definitions

1. noun

A photograph taken quickly, especially one taken with a camera.

“She took a snapshot of the sunset to remember it.”

2. verb

To take a photograph quickly, especially one with a camera.

“Can you snap a photo of the group?”

3. noun

A brief or sudden glimpse of something, especially a situation or event.

“The snapshot of the market showed a sharp decline in prices.”

4. noun

A moment in time, especially one that is a turning point or a critical moment.

“The snapshot of the project’s timeline showed a delay of several weeks.”

Synonyms

  • image
  • photograph
  • picture

Antonyms

  • panorama
  • view