depict
Translation
to depict, to portray, to represent, to describe
Examples
The painting depicts a peaceful country scene.
The painting depicts a peaceful country scene.
The novel depicts the hero as a lonely man.
The novel depicts the hero as a lonely man.
Grammar Patterns
depict ((sth./sb.)) to represent (sth./sb.) The painting depicts a peaceful country scene.
depict ((sb./sth.)) as ((sth.)) to represent (sb./sth.) in a particular way The novel depicts the hero as a lonely man.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to portray, to represent, to describe, to illustrate
Etymology
From Latin 'de-' (down, completely) + 'pingere' (to paint). Literally 'to paint down' or portray fully.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'de-picture' – to create a picture of something, either with words or paint.