described Definition
- 1to give an account of (something or someone) in words
- 2to mark out or draw (a geometrical figure)
Using described: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "described" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The suspect was described as a tall, thin man with dark hair.
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The painting is described in great detail in the catalog.
Example
Can you describe what happened?
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The circle is described by a line that curves around a fixed point.
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The square is described by connecting four points at right angles.
described Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for described
Antonyms for described
Phrases with described
Example
He described in detail how he had solved the problem.
Example
She described him as a brilliant scientist.
to plot or draw a curved line that represents a mathematical function or relationship
Example
The graph describes a curve that shows the relationship between temperature and pressure.
Origins of described
from Latin 'describere', meaning 'to write down'
Summary: described in Brief
To 'describe' [dɪˈskraɪbd] is to give an account of something or someone in words or to mark out or draw a geometrical figure. It can be used to provide details about a person's appearance or behavior, as in 'The suspect was described as a tall, thin man with dark hair,' or to explain a concept or idea, as in 'Can you describe what happened?'
