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portray

One entry found.

portray[verb]

Entry Word:
portray
Function:
verb
Text: 1 to give a representation or account of in words <the author portrays her characters in vivid detail> — see describe 1 2 to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group <portrayed the natives as wise and noble> — see characterize 1 3 to present a picture of <a landscape that portrays the scenery near the house where the painter grew up> — see picture 1 4 to present a portrayal or performance of <portraying Susan B. Anthony in the class play> — see act 1
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