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Depict (Verb)

Give a description of; "He drew an elaborate plan of attack".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The landscape artist chose to depict a serene mountain range in her latest painting.
She carefully crafted her speech to depict the harsh realities of war.
Using vivid colors, the muralist aimed to depict the vibrant spirit of the city.
The sci-fi writer's bestselling novel attempts to depict life on a distant planet.
The intricate wood carving was designed to depict a battle scene from mythology.

Make a portrait of; "Goya wanted to portray his mistress, the Duchess of Alba".

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

The artist was commissioned to depict the queen in all her royal regalia, showcasing her stature and elegance.
Renaissance paintings often depict angels with wings, symbolizing divine intervention and guidance.
The family heirloom was a painting that depicted their ancestors in traditional clothing.
The artist sought to depict the anguish and pain felt by the people affected by the war.
The mural was created to depict the great leader standing strong, a symbol of hope and resilience.

Show in, or as in, a picture; "This scene depicts country life"; "the face of the child is rendered with much tenderness in this painting".

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

The frescoes in the ancient temple depict the mythological events of the region's history.
The oil painting depicts the serene atmosphere of a moonlit night by the lake.
A scene from the play depicts the hardships faced by the working class in the 19th century.
The portrait depicts a sense of sadness and longing on the face of the artist's muse.
The city's skyline is often depicted in movies and television shows as a symbol of success and glamour.