An image built from mathematical shapes, lines, and curves rather than a grid of pixels, so it stays perfectly crisp at any size.
Synonyms
- vector art
- vector graphic
Related terms
In plain words
- a drawing that never gets blurry when you make it bigger
- artwork made of shapes instead of dots
Usage example
They chose a vector illustration for the logo so it would look sharp on a billboard and a business card alike.
Don't confuse with…
- raster imageA raster image is a fixed grid of pixels that blurs when enlarged; a vector stays sharp at any size.
Categories
- Imagery & illustration