Onscreen

adj, adv

adj, adv ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    As seen on a screen (as of television, film, or computer) rather than in real life. not-comparable

    "The two actors had a very realistic onscreen romance, but in reality they couldn't stand each other."

Adverb
  1. 1
    Inside the frame of the cinema, television or computer screen. not-comparable

    "I leaned over her shoulder to see two cybergirls yanking out each other's hair. Katy was typing insults that appeared onscreen."

Example

More examples

"The lyrics are intentionally keyed in to the onscreen action at times."

Etymology

From on + screen.

Related phrases

real life

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