Depict

/dɪˈpɪkt/

Meaning & Definition

verb
to represent or show something in a picture, story, etc.
The artist chose to depict the landscape during sunset.
to describe something in words or to portray it.
The author depicts the struggles of the characters through vivid imagery.
to illustrate or represent an idea or concept visually.
The infographic effectively depicts the statistics related to climate change.
to represent (a person or thing) in a particular way.
In the film, they depict the hero as a flawed but noble character.

Etymology

from Latin 'depictus', past participle of 'depict', from 'de-' + 'pingere' meaning 'to paint'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

depict a scene:
to illustrate a specific setting or scenario.
depict one's feelings:
to express emotions through art or words.
depict in detail:
to portray something with great attention to detail.

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Slang Meanings

to show off something or someone in a cool way
He really knows how to depict his style in his videos.
to create or fake a situation for effect
She depicted the story as more dramatic than it really was.