video game

[vid-ee-oh-geym] / ˈvɪd i oʊˌgeɪm /

NOUN

game on computer

Synonyms

STRONGEST

computer game

WEAK

Nintendo™ Playstation™ Xbox™ computerized game electronic game

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In other corporate news, French video game giant Ubisoft saw its shares plunge around 11 percent after it reported disappointing annual results and forecast further pain in the coming year.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Marc Merrill, co-founder, co-chairman and chief product officer of L.A.-based video game developer and e-sports company Riot Games, gave the maximum to Mahan, as did his wife, Ashley, founder of the sleepwear brand Lunya.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Guests: Cecilia D’Anastasio, video game reporter for Bloomberg.

From Slate • May 17, 2026

The 27-year-old is tipped for a top three finish with Ferto, a hyperactive dance anthem that smashes together rave synths, video game sound effects and traditional Greek instruments like the lyra.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“So yeah, video game apps for me. If you ever have any ideas you want me to profit off of, let me know.”

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera