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portrayed

[pɔːˈtreɪd]

portrayed Definition

  • 1depict (someone or something) in a work of art or literature
  • 2describe (someone or something) in a particular way

Using portrayed: Examples

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

  • Example

    The artist portrayed her as a young woman.

  • Example

    The movie portrayed him as a hero.

  • Example

    The article portrayed the company in a negative light.

  • Example

    The novel portrays the struggles of a family during the Great Depression.

portrayed Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for portrayed

Phrases with portrayed

  • present oneself as being (a particular type of person)

    Example

    He portrayed himself as a successful businessman.

  • act out or perform the role of a character in a play or movie

    Example

    She portrayed the character of Lady Macbeth in the school play.

  • paint a picture of a particular scene or setting

    Example

    The author vividly portrayed the bustling streets of New York City.

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Summary: portrayed in Brief

To 'portray' [pɔːˈtreɪd] is to depict or describe someone or something in a particular way, often in a work of art or literature. It can also mean to act out or perform the role of a character in a play or movie. Examples include 'The artist portrayed her as a young woman.' and 'The movie portrayed him as a hero.'

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