as in vivid
producing a mental picture through clear and impressive description
the finely delineated characters of the novel will seem real to the reader
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as in traced
to draw or make apparent the outline of
the man's roly-poly shape was softly delineated by the glow of the fire
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as in described
to give a representation or account of in words
the story does a remarkable job of delineating the emotions that immigrants feel upon their arrival in a strange country
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Recent Examples of delineated
Jack O'Connor, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Characters are not strongly delineated in this version.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
Precisely delineated with colored pencil, Sully’s pictures look simultaneously naive and urbanely sophisticated.
—Susan Tallman, The Atlantic, 2 Feb. 2026
Every chapter has four clearly delineated elements: The Myth, The Facts, The Logic and What To Do, as well as a helpful overview, Recommendation.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
Ideally, sapphires’ stars are thought best when clearly, geometrically delineated, unsullied by contaminant minerals or whorls within the molecular grain of the stone.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Both create delineated characters quickly and add humor and drama to the production.
—Mary Damiano, Miami Herald, 2 Dec. 2025
In many ways Alpine Europe is delineated not by nationality but by geography and culture.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2025
During the last round of labor negotiations with the NFLPA in 2020, the league pushed new language that more clearly delineated what gets shared in the event of a sale like this.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 30 Apr. 2026
From 1875 to 1929 it was delineated by a simple circle outlined in chalk (hence the name), but today the circle is much more esteemed with presentation stands and roses planted in the shape of a horseshoe.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
The Act delineated dramatic changes regarding how radio airwaves would be regulated and established the precedent for how the communications industry would be governed in the United States.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026
To fix that, the actual operating rooms won’t have the red outline on the floor, and the operating area will likely instead be delineated with a lighter gray color.
—Emily Brindley, Dallas Morning News, 1 Apr. 2026
This man whose dual citizenship is delineated by the long striped line of Interstate 35?
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Mar. 2026
When parents interview a pediatrician in the prenatal period and issues about one’s practice are delineated, immunization schedules will likely be a point of discussion.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 31 Jan. 2026
Categories are clearly delineated, like with the separate hoodies and sweats area.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
An earlier leftist position had been delineated by Jean Jaurès in Histoire socialiste de la Révolution française (1901–07).
—Literary Hub, 19 Nov. 2025
Adjective
The owner hired security at all locations, delineated property lines and had employees update their emergency contact information.
—Jack O'Connor, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
Characters are not strongly delineated in this version.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Mar. 2026
Precisely delineated with colored pencil, Sully’s pictures look simultaneously naive and urbanely sophisticated.
—Susan Tallman, The Atlantic, 2 Feb. 2026
Every chapter has four clearly delineated elements: The Myth, The Facts, The Logic and What To Do, as well as a helpful overview, Recommendation.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
Ideally, sapphires’ stars are thought best when clearly, geometrically delineated, unsullied by contaminant minerals or whorls within the molecular grain of the stone.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Both create delineated characters quickly and add humor and drama to the production.
—Mary Damiano, Miami Herald, 2 Dec. 2025
In many ways Alpine Europe is delineated not by nationality but by geography and culture.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2025
During the last round of labor negotiations with the NFLPA in 2020, the league pushed new language that more clearly delineated what gets shared in the event of a sale like this.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
If the bike lane is sharply delineated with curbs, that will help a lot.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 30 Apr. 2026
From 1875 to 1929 it was delineated by a simple circle outlined in chalk (hence the name), but today the circle is much more esteemed with presentation stands and roses planted in the shape of a horseshoe.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
The Act delineated dramatic changes regarding how radio airwaves would be regulated and established the precedent for how the communications industry would be governed in the United States.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026
To fix that, the actual operating rooms won’t have the red outline on the floor, and the operating area will likely instead be delineated with a lighter gray color.
—Emily Brindley, Dallas Morning News, 1 Apr. 2026
This man whose dual citizenship is delineated by the long striped line of Interstate 35?
—Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Mar. 2026
When parents interview a pediatrician in the prenatal period and issues about one’s practice are delineated, immunization schedules will likely be a point of discussion.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 31 Jan. 2026
Categories are clearly delineated, like with the separate hoodies and sweats area.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
An earlier leftist position had been delineated by Jean Jaurès in Histoire socialiste de la Révolution française (1901–07).
—Literary Hub, 19 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delineated
Adjective
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The risks in the space market were made vivid this week with the launchpad explosion of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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This is a vivid example of lawmakers inadvertently potentially cutting off one’s nose to spite one’s face.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Rachel Howard, senior technical emergency health advisor at the IRC, said only about 20% of contacts are currently being traced, meaning that health authorities are struggling to identify and isolate new chains of transmission.—
Will Gretsky,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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There’s a kind of warped ecosystem in the other world—some elements can be traced back to Parsons’ Backrooms content on YouTube and the digital folklore that preceded it, but the monster is a new, intriguing creation.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Images released by Mexican authorities also appear to show ventilation infrastructure inside the tunnel, underscoring what officials described as a sophisticated operation.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Very little of Iran’s economy can accurately be described as belonging to the private sector.—
Bozorgmehr Sharafedin,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Buchanan Studio’s signature Studio Stripe—a wide, graphic band screen-printed onto heavyweight Belgian linen—and its cotton velvets speak to impactful, sensual interiors.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
2 June 2026
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
2 June 2026
Verb
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But unlike previous tournaments dominated by television commercials and corporate sponsorships, this World Cup may ultimately be defined by creators.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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For more than 60 years, Sanlorenzo has defined Italian excellence in yacht building, crafting custom superyachts that combine refined design with innovative engineering.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Videos and images from the show depicted humanoid robots strutting down the catwalk, posing beside models, and performing synchronized choreography.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Jesus Christ is often depicted as a Middle Eastern Semite, likely non-white.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Accessibility The hotel is fully ADA compliant, with specific guest rooms that feature lowered signage and door viewers, closed-caption televisions, braille room numbers, and emergency assistance systems.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Instead of checking specific boxes and satisfying targets, focus on quality stories and memorable characters.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
Verb
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The company has outlined a goal of reaching a 15% operating margin by 2029, up from roughly 12% today, though Smith suggested there could be additional upside beyond that target.—
Alexa LoMonaco,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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By then, analysts outlined how the NDAA’s provision to arm Iraq with equivalent systems could ultimately scupper any Kurdish acquisition, or at least delay it indefinitely.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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“Delineated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delineated. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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