sound effect
Sound effects are crafted sounds used to enhance the realism and emotional impact in various media productions like films, TV, and video games.
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Definition
B1Comics
(informal)Text in a comic strip representing a sound, often used to illustrate noise or action.
Example
- The comic strip showed a loud 'BOOM!' as the hero crashed through the wall.
B2Media Production
(technical, creative)Artificially created or enhanced sounds used in media to emphasize actions, evoke emotions, or simulate reality.
Example
- The sound of thunder in the movie was a sound effect added in post-production.
- Foley artists create sound effects like footsteps and door creaks to match the on-screen action.
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