Definition

A small square of color that makes up an image on a screen, like a computer or TV. Many of these tiny squares come together to form the pictures we see.

Example

The image on the screen is made up of millions of tiny pixels.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how every pixel on the screen contributes to the overall image?

Totally! It's fascinating to think about how something so small can make such a big difference.

Yeah, I was just reading about how the resolution depends on the number of pixels.

Exactly! More pixels usually mean a sharper and clearer image.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Pixel** → The word 'pixel' is a blend of 'pix' (from 'picture') and 'el' (from 'element'). 'Pix' refers to a picture or image, while 'el' denotes a small unit or element. Thus, a pixel is a small element of a picture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pix' as relating to a picture and 'el' as a small unit. This helps you remember that a pixel is a tiny part of an image.

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