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portrayal

[pɔːˈtreɪəl]

portrayal Definition

  • 1the act of representing or describing someone or something in a particular way, especially in a painting, film, book, or other artistic work
  • 2a particular representation or description of someone or something

Using portrayal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "portrayal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Her portrayal of the character was both convincing and moving.

  • Example

    The movie's portrayal of the war was criticized for being too simplistic.

  • Example

    The novel's portrayal of rural life is vivid and realistic.

portrayal Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with portrayal

  • a depiction or representation that is true to life or factually correct

    Example

    The documentary provides an accurate portrayal of life in the Amazon rainforest.

  • a depiction or representation that presents someone or something in a bad or unfavorable light

    Example

    The article's negative portrayal of the company led to a drop in its stock price.

  • a depiction or representation that is true to life or closely resembles reality

    Example

    The artist's realistic portrayal of the landscape captured the beauty of the countryside.

Origins of portrayal

from Old French 'portraire', meaning 'to depict'

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Summary: portrayal in Brief

The term 'portrayal' [pɔːˈtreɪəl] refers to the act of representing or describing someone or something in a particular way, especially in artistic works like paintings, films, and books. It can also refer to a specific representation or description of someone or something. Examples include 'Her portrayal of the character was both convincing and moving,' and 'The novel's portrayal of rural life is vivid and realistic.'

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