Hyperrealism is an artistic style that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s as a reaction against abstraction. This genre is characterized by hyperrealistic depictions of everyday subjects, often rendered in extraordinary detail and precision. Synonyms for hyperrealism include photorealism, super-realism, sharp-focus realism, and veristic realism. Photorealism is the most commonly used synonym for hyperrealism, as the style aims to create images that are so realistic they resemble photographs. Super-realism emphasizes the surreal quality of the hyper-realistic image, while sharp-focus realism highlights the precision required to create an accurate representation. Veristic realism focuses on the hyperrealistic portrayal of individuals or groups, often depicting them in great detail and with a high degree of authenticity and realism.