Synonyms of set out

set out 1 of 2

verb

as in to describe

to give a representation or account of in words

in his inaugural address, the president set out his vision for the nation over the next four years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• describe
• portray
• depict
• render
• paint
• sketch
• picture
• image
• characterize
• illustrate
• draw
• define
• delineate
• represent
• recount
• outline
• summarize
• relate
• limn
• display
• tell
• show
• demonstrate
• report
• label
• suggest
• exhibit
• qualify
• narrate
• recite
• touch off
• hint
• trace
• sum up
• rehearse
• draft
• silhouette
• vignette
• redescribe
• reimage

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distort
• color
• falsify
• misrepresent
• twist
• warp
• pervert
• misstate
• misdescribe
• garble

setout

2 of 2

noun

ˈset-ˌau̇t 

as in layout

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized

the setout of the stations at the polling place was a little confusing

Synonyms & Similar Words

• layout
• formation
• format
• setup
• arrangement
• plan
• design
• configuration
• scheme
• construction
• conformation
• composition
• structure
• build
• makeup
• constitution
• getup

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of set out

Verb

After hearing a mysterious radio transmission, Hig becomes fixated on seeking more survivors and sets out on a mission that allies him with Cima (Margaret Qualley) and her father (Guy Pearce). — Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

What parents can do on hectic mornings Nemours recommends doing as much as possible the night before, from setting out dishes to cutting up fruit. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026

The states are not currently communicating well and legal action might give them the structure to set out their positions better. — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026

At this point in his life, Arnett didn’t set out to negotiate business on a daily basis. — Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 25 Aug. 2026