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DEPICTION

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Depiction.

Depiction - as a noun

A graphic or vivid verbal description

Example: "Too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
characterisationcharacterizationdelineation12picture11word-paintingword picture
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
description16verbal description
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A representation by picture or portraiture

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
depicting15portrayal14portraying16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
representational process
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A drawing of the outlines of forms or objects

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delineation12limning10line drawing
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
drawing12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Representation by drawing or painting etc

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delineation12portrayal14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pictorial representationpicturing14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The depiction of violence in the film was graphic and disturbing."
"Her beautiful depiction of nature in her painting captured everyone's attention."
"The author's depiction of the protagonist's struggle resonated with readers."
"The play's realistic depiction of poverty brought awareness to social issues."
"The museum had an entire section dedicated to the depiction of ancient civilizations."
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Word Game Points

Is DEPICTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, depiction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEPICTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DEPICTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, depiction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEPICTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DEPICTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, depiction is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEPICTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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