solid graphics

[/ˈsɒlɪd ˈɡræfɪks/]
noun
gráficos sólidos
1. Three-dimensional computer graphics that represent objects with volume, depth, and internal structure, as opposed to wireframe or surface-only representations
The video game uses solid graphics to render realistic 3D environments with proper shading and occlusion.
O videogame utiliza gráficos sólidos para renderizar ambientes 3D realistas com sombreamento e oclusão apropriados.
2. A rendering technique in computer graphics where objects are displayed as complete, opaque volumes rather than hollow outlines
Solid graphics provide better visual fidelity compared to wireframe models in architectural visualization.
Os gráficos sólidos fornecem melhor qualidade visual em comparação aos modelos wireframe na visualização arquitetônica.
3. Computer-generated imagery featuring fully modeled and textured three-dimensional objects
Modern movie production relies heavily on solid graphics for creating convincing visual effects.
A produção cinematográfica moderna depende muito dos gráficos sólidos para criar efeitos visuais convincentes.
This is primarily a technical term used in computer graphics, game development, and visual effects industries. It became more prominent in the 1990s with advances in 3D computing. The term is used identically in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese technical communities, reflecting the international nature of the computer graphics field.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
3D graphicsthree-dimensional graphicsvolumetric graphicssolid modelingsolid rendering
Antonyms / Antônimos
wireframe graphicssurface graphics2D graphicsflat graphics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gráficos sólidos
Standard technical term used in Brazil for 3D graphics with volume
São Paulo
gráficos 3D sólidos
More explicit specification of three-dimensionality
Portugal
gráficos sólidos
Same terminology as Brazil; also used in Portuguese game development
General English
solid graphics
Primary term used in North American and British computer graphics industries

Related Words

renderingtexture mapping3D modelingcomputer graphicsCGIpolygonmeshshading

Related Idioms & Phrases

solid graphics engine
solid graphics rendering pipeline
solid graphics acceleration
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