Definition

A measure of how well the edges in an image stand out from the background, contributing to the overall sharpness of the picture.

Example

The photographer adjusted the acutance of the image to enhance its clarity.

Conversation

Have you noticed the acutance in that new camera's photos?

Yeah, it really makes the images pop!

I think having good acutance is essential for sharp pictures.

Absolutely, it adds so much detail and clarity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acutance is derived from "acu-" (from Latin "acutus", meaning sharp or pointed) and "-ance" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or quality). The word "acutance" refers to the quality of being sharp or having a sharpness in an image or visual representation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sharpness' ('acu-') as a quality ('-ance') — that's what acutance means.

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