Airbrushing is a technique that has been used for decades to enhance the appearance of photographs and other imagery. However, this term has taken on a negative connotation in recent years due to its association with overly perfect and unrealistic portrayals of people and objects. As a result, there has been a search for new phrases and terms to describe the same technique. Some of the synonyms that have been suggested include digital retouching, image manipulation, photo editing, photo correction, and image enhancement. These terms are seen as being more accurate and truthful, as they describe the process of changing or correcting a photograph rather than hiding or disguising its flaws.