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

Known for her charcoal drawings, abstract paintings of New York City skyscrapers, and depictions of the nature, particularly in the American southwest, she is considered one of the most important artists of the 20th century. — CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026

About the Artist Francesca Allen’s practice spans photography and film, often centering on intimate depictions of girlhood and the complexities of coming of age. — Photovogue, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026

Smilges argues that depictions of cringe in media often hinge on disability. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 3 Nov. 2026

Fast-food chains have faced other lawsuits over product depictions in ads and on menu boards. — Reuters, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2026

Early representations of Lakshmana appear in sculptural depictions of episodes from the Ramayana. — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026

Some participants appreciate the humor and creativity, praising the cartoonist for their clever and accurate depictions of modern life and celebrity culture. — Edith Pritchett, Washington Post, 30 Oct. 2026

Other popular depictions of ghouls conflated them with monsters such as zombies and demons. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2026

Another way to differentiate is to make subtle changes to tried-and-true depictions. — Allie Volpe, Vox, 29 Oct. 2026