pictorializing

Definition of pictorializingnext
present participle of pictorialize
as in illustrating
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration N.C. Wyeth is remembered for vividly pictorializing a number of classic works of literature

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illustrating
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  • Adapted from Antonio Scurati’s novel, the series delves into the darker aspects of Mussolini’s character, illustrating how his toxic masculinity and exploitation of fear led to his ascent, while inviting viewers to reflect on the broader implications of his story in today’s political landscape.
    Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Crucially, the show’s histrionic extravagance had a purpose in illustrating the life-or-death stakes of youthful emotion.
    Alison Herman, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
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“Pictorializing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pictorializing. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.

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