image
/ˈɪm.ɪdʒ/(noun)
AWL Sublist 5CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
A representation of the external form of a person or thing in art or photography; the general impression that a person or firm presents.
Key Academic Collocations
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imageimageryimagineimaginationimaginary
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
portrayalreputationfacadephotographdepiction
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Multinational corporations invest heavily in sponsorship and charitable foundations to cultivate a progressive corporate image."
"Satellite images published by environmental researchers reveal extensive loss of Amazonian rainforest canopy over the decade."
"The widespread portrayal of airbrushed physical images on social media platforms exacerbates adolescent body dissatisfaction."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
'Cultivate a positive public image' and 'tarnish a company's image' are useful expressions for business ethics essays.