Definition

To take a photograph of something again, usually to capture a different perspective or to improve the quality of the image.

Example

The artist decided to rephotograph the landscape to capture the changes in light during the day.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was thinking of going back to that park to rephotograph the sunset.

That sounds like a great idea! The lighting was perfect that day.

Yeah, I want to capture it from a different angle this time.

I can't wait to see how it turns out!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rephotograph → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "photograph" (from Greek "photos" meaning light and "grapho" meaning to write). The word means to take a photograph again, capturing the same image anew.

Memory Tip

Think of taking a picture 'again' ('re-') using 'light' ('photos') to 'write' ('grapho') the image.

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