Verisimilitude
ˌverəsəˈmiləˌto͞od
Noun
- The appearance of being true or real.
Example Sentences
“While the special effects in the movie received rave reviews, critics panned the acting as lacking verisimilitude.”
“The fine detail gave the oil painting verisimilitude.”
“Virtual-reality equipment is getting more advanced, and the programs are showing real verisimilitude.”
Word Origin
Latin, early 17th century
Why this word?
Use the noun “verisimilitude” to describe a piece of art that feels real. It could be a play, a painting, or prose. In a modern twist, virtual-reality headsets and video games are gaining popularity, thanks to their growing verisimilitude.
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