Synonyms of depiction

depiction

noun

di-ˈpik-shən 

as in description

a vivid representation in words of someone or something

the set piece of the novel is a depiction of the battle that makes readers feel like they were there

Synonyms & Similar Words

• description
• portrait
• portrayal
• picture
• tale
• sketch
• definition
• rendering
• delineation
• account
• vignette
• narrative
• illustration
• portraiture
• story
• explanation
• chronicle
• report
• anecdote
• demonstration
• yarn
• exposition
• clarification
• exemplification
• explication
• elucidation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of depiction

Lindsay Clancy’s defense attorney pushed back against the prosecution’s depiction that his client did not take her medications consistently. — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 29 July 2026

The concept originated from a stone carving the artist saw in a Venetian church, a simple depiction of sacred oil vessels used at different stages of life. — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Any serious depiction of violence, ancient or modern, must show the perspectives of the victims as well as the perpetrators, and the Homeric poems easily clear the bar — but Nolan doesn’t. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 27 July 2026

Over a video call, Kelly shared her thoughts on Quinn’s journey in Season 2, her hopes for the next chapter in the Quinten saga and the actor currently earning her praise with his impressive depiction of a psychedelic trip. — Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026