depict

verb
UK: /dɪˈpɪkt/
US: /dɪˈpɪkt/

  1. To show someone or something in a picture or painting.

    1. The painting depict a beautiful sunset over the ocean.
    2. The artist wanted to depict the model with strength and confidence.

  2. To describe someone or something using words, writing, or another form of communication.

    1. The book depict the life of a young woman in Paris.
    2. The news reports often depict the current political situation negatively.

Synonyms

describe represent show illustrate portray
depict adjective

  1. Represented in a picture or sculpture.

    1. The depicted image was far different than expected.
    2. The realistically depicted scene brought tears to my eyes.

  2. Described in a particular way.

    1. The depicted events were exaggerated and sensationalized.
    2. In the story, animals were depicted with human-like intelligence.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "depict" in English means: To show someone or something in a picture or painting., To describe someone or something using words, writing, or another form of communication..

The phonetic transcription of "depict" is /dɪˈpɪkt/ in British English and /dɪˈpɪkt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "depict": describe, represent, show, illustrate, portray.

Example usage of "depict": "The painting depict a beautiful sunset over the ocean.". More examples on the page.