pixelated

adjective pix·e·lat·ed \ˈpik-sə-ˌlā-təd\

of an image on a computer or television screen : made up of a small number of large pixels that produce a picture which is not clear or sharp

Full Definition of PIXELATED

of an image

: displayed in such a manner that individual pixels are discernible

See pixelated defined for English-language learners

pixel + -ated (after pixilated)

First Known Use: 1982

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