depiction
/,di'pikʃn/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The act of representing something by drawing, painting, or other visual art forms: The process or result of creating a picture or image.
- A drawing, painting, or other visual representation: A picture that shows the form or outline of something.
- A representation by a picture or portrait: A likeness or portrayal in visual form.
- A graphic or vivid verbal description: A detailed and clear description in words that creates a strong mental image.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The artist's depiction of the countryside was remarkably accurate.
- The book contains detailed depictions of life in the 19th century.
- The film's depiction of the historical event has been praised for its realism.
- Her depiction of the character's emotions was very powerful.
Advanced Usage
- "In its depiction of...": Used to specify what is being portrayed.
- The novel is notable in its depiction of social injustice.
- "A faithful/accurate depiction": A portrayal that is true to the original subject.
- The documentary aimed for a faithful depiction of the scientist's work.
- "A stylized depiction": A portrayal that uses a distinctive, often non-realistic style.
- The cave paintings are stylized depictions of animals.
Variants and Related Words
- Depict (verb): To represent or show something in a picture or story.
- The mural depicts scenes from local history.
- Depictive (adj.): Serving to depict.
- The artist used depictive techniques to capture the landscape.
Synonyms
- Portrayal: The act of showing or describing someone or something in a work of art or literature.
- Representation: The description or portrayal of someone or something in a particular way.
- Description: A spoken or written account that gives details about someone or something.
- Illustration: A picture or diagram that helps explain or decorate a text.
Related Phrases
- Word picture: A vivid description in words.
- The author painted a vivid word picture of the bustling market.
- Characterization: The creation or description of a character in a story.
- The writer's characterization of the villain was particularly effective.
Related Idioms
- (To be) a far cry from the depiction: To be very different from how something is portrayed.
- The chaotic reality was a far cry from the peaceful depiction in the brochure.
Noun
- representation by drawing or painting etc
- a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects
- a representation by picture or portraiture
- a graphic or vivid verbal description
- too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures
- the author gives a depressing picture of life in Poland
- the pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters