special effect

• Иллюзия или визуальный трюк, создаваемый для кино, телевидения, театра или видеоигр, чтобы симулировать воображаемые события или улучшить повествование, часто с использованием компьютерной графики или практических техник.

An illusion or visual trick created for film, television, theater, or video games to simulate imagined events or enhance storytelling, often involving computer-generated imagery or practical techniques.

1. Visual or audio illusionB1formal

   An artificial illusion or technique used in film, television, or theater to create imaginary scenes or enhance reality.

   Спецэффект

   • The movie used incredible special effects to create the alien world.
   • Modern special effects rely heavily on computer-generated imagery.
   • The explosion was a practical special effect, not digital.

2. Digital manipulationB2informal

   A digital technique used to alter or enhance images, videos, or audio in post-production.

   Цифровая обработка

   • The video editor added special effects to make the scene more dramatic.
   • Special effects in video games have become incredibly realistic.
   • He learned how to create special effects using software like After Effects.