as in descriptive
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as in described
to give a representation or account of in words
this letter from an eyewitness depicts the battle in greater detail than any other account
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as in characterized
to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group
the report depicted him as a reliable assistant and an employee who could be entrusted with any task
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as in portrayed
to present a picture of
the painting depicts a pastoral landscape on a summer day
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Recent Examples of depicted
Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
Guy, Pula and Mamma Mia all were shown in Harry and Meghan’s 2024 holiday card — a first for Mamma Mia, as Guy and Pula had been depicted in previous holiday cards, as well.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Take note, however, that the animal depicted by the artist in this remake is not a velociraptor.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Calmer moments are depicted; game birds relax beneath pomegranate trees and next to budding roses.
—George Nelson For Artnews, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, the outlet reported that state prosecutors at the hearing depicted Higgins, a married father of two, as having a history of road rage and of drinking up to six beers before the crash.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
The opening of Dixie Highway in Dania in 1915 is depicted in the mural’s next segment, followed by a scene of Broward General Medical Center, established in 1938 as the county’s first public hospital.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2025
What To Know The cartoon in question depicted CEO , CEO , LA Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, and The Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos, all billionaires, and Micky Mouse, representing , kneeling before a statue of , offering sacks of cash.
—Flynn Nicholls, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Almost every glass window, which depicted the story of Christ, was gone.
—Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
The team’s original logo, used until 1971, depicted a caricature of a Native American wearing a loincloth, tomahawk and headdress running on top of an outline of the region, including Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
—Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025
Guy, Pula and Mamma Mia all were shown in Harry and Meghan’s 2024 holiday card — a first for Mamma Mia, as Guy and Pula had been depicted in previous holiday cards, as well.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Take note, however, that the animal depicted by the artist in this remake is not a velociraptor.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Calmer moments are depicted; game birds relax beneath pomegranate trees and next to budding roses.
—George Nelson For Artnews, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
Meanwhile, the outlet reported that state prosecutors at the hearing depicted Higgins, a married father of two, as having a history of road rage and of drinking up to six beers before the crash.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
The opening of Dixie Highway in Dania in 1915 is depicted in the mural’s next segment, followed by a scene of Broward General Medical Center, established in 1938 as the county’s first public hospital.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2025
What To Know The cartoon in question depicted CEO , CEO , LA Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, and The Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos, all billionaires, and Micky Mouse, representing , kneeling before a statue of , offering sacks of cash.
—Flynn Nicholls, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Almost every glass window, which depicted the story of Christ, was gone.
—Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depicted
Adjective
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Now there are 2,234 instances, and counting, of the term being used as a descriptive tag on Steam, the PC gaming marketplace.—
Lewis Gordon,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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The offseason is the time for the best descriptive stats — how a player actually performed in the prior season beyond rote fantasy numbers.—
Michael Salfino,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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Oft described as a sweet and sensual floral, this opens with notes of rhubarb, lychee, and bergamot with damascena rose at the heart—rooted in cashmere and musk.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
31 Dec. 2024
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The Birkin look-alike is described as a genuine leather handbag purse for women and a tote shoulder bag.—
Renan Botelho,
WWD,
31 Dec. 2024
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His work is characterized by thorough research and a deep passion for gambling, including a keen interest in sports betting, online casinos, and poker strategies.—
Matthew Gover,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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The Pleistocene was characterized by dramatic changes in climate, including a series of ice ages.—
Andre A. Naranjo,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
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That is, until Gary runs into Madison, portrayed by Adria Arjona.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
23 Dec. 2024
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The former ruling family, widely condemned over the president’s use of chemical weapons against his own civilians, have been portrayed as sincere sweethearts.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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While Wallace and Gromit boast fluid and highly expressive movement, Norbot was quite the opposite.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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Right now, that’s Day, a bold, loud and expressive performer who steals the show in supporting roles and creates characters that stay just on the safe side of annoying.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Standing for office in the Peach State, rife with traditional white segregationist politicians, Carter ultimately represented the more progressive New South.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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The Beacon Center — which advocates for free markets and limited government — also represented the plaintiffs in another lawsuit against Metro Nashville last year.—
Austin Hornbostel,
The Tennessean,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Working with a crack team of technology editors, graphic designers and social media experts, Clint crafts thought leadership content around Dell Technologies’ APEX as-a-Service portfolio.—
Clint Boulton,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Penny Weaver,
arkansasonline.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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Among those drawn to the place is Neftalí, who arrives in the company of a Bengal tiger—a vivid symbol of the untamability of the region, in both the novel and the world.—
David L. Ulin,
The Atlantic,
21 Feb. 2025
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Losing the reserves The constant risk of wildfires was brought into vivid relief last month when multiple blazes around Los Angeles killed dozens, destroyed thousands of structures and caused billions of dollars in economic damage.—
Zac Anderson,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Depicted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depicted. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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