What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
delineated
Example
The map clearly delineated the boundaries of the national park. [delineated: verb]
Example
The report provided a delineated analysis of the company's financial performance. [delineated: adjective]
describe
Example
Can you describe the suspect to the police? [describe: verb]
Example
The author vividly described the sunset in her novel. [described: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Describe is more commonly used than delineated in everyday language. Describe is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while delineated is less common and refers to a more specific and structured representation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between delineated and describe?
Delineated is typically associated with a more formal or technical tone, while describe can be used in both formal and informal contexts, allowing it to be used in various formality levels.
