Synonyms of depictions

depictions

noun

plural of depiction

as in descriptions

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

• descriptions
• portraits
• portrayals
• pictures
• sketches
• tales
• renderings
• definitions
• vignettes
• accounts
• portraitures
• narratives
• illustrations
• stories
• delineations
• reports
• anecdotes
• chronicles
• demonstrations
• explanations
• yarns
• exemplifications
• expositions
• clarifications
• explications
• elucidations

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of depictions

The minutes-long scene is without parallel in the many previous pop culture depictions of the mythological moment. — David MacK, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

What first appears to be simple depictions of animals reveals a rich spiritual world. — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Its extended depictions of the Trojan War are full of general mayhem, but specific violent acts are either seen in very brief snatches or alluded to through cutaways. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 July 2026

Our recent work showcases contemporary Black children’s books that illustrate rich depictions of Black life and provide helpful examples for young children of all backgrounds. — Brooke Harris Garad, The Conversation, 14 July 2026

Flanagan’s fresh vision for these iconic characters couldn’t be more different than previous depictions. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 13 July 2026

His wartime propaganda cartoons, for example, included stereotypical and racist depictions of Japanese people. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 11 July 2026

Stretching nearly 70 meters, the embroidery contains more than 620 people and 737 animals across 58 scenes, including striking depictions of battle and its aftermath. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 10 July 2026

Brown said many depictions focus on struggle, while her work focuses on existence, dignity and joy. — Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026