depiction
dih-PIHK-shuhn
Depiction (noun) means a representation of something in art, words, or another medium. Example: “Critics praised the film's honest depiction of grief.”
noun
1
A representation of something in art, words, or another medium.
"Critics praised the film's honest depiction of grief."
"The painting is an early depiction of the battle."
How to use depiction
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe way something is shown or portrayed, and also the act of showing it.
Common pairings
an accurate depiction
a vivid depiction
depiction of violence
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Word forms
- Plural
- depictions
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Etymology
From French dépiction, ultimately from Latin depictio, related to "depict."
Synonyms
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picture
portrayal
limning
depicting
portraying
delineation
word picture
line drawing
word-painting
characterization
characterisation
Related words
Rhymes for depiction
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “depiction” mean?
The word “depiction” means a representation of something in art, words, or another medium. In plain terms, the way something is shown or portrayed, and also the act of showing it.
How do you pronounce “depiction”?
“Depiction” is pronounced dih-PIHK-shuhn (/dɪˈpɪkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “depiction” in a sentence?
Here is “depiction” used in a sentence: “Critics praised the film's honest depiction of grief.”
What part of speech is “depiction”?
“Depiction” is a noun.
Where does the word “depiction” come from?
The word “depiction” comes from Latin. From French dépiction, ultimately from Latin depictio, related to "depict.".
Is “depiction” a common word?
“Depiction” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
