Verb

(head)

(characterize)

Verb

(characteriz)

to depict someone or something a particular way (often negative)

to determine the characteristics of

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Verb

(head)

(portray)

Verb

(en verb)

To paint or draw the likeness of.

(figuratively) To describe in words; to convey.

To play a role; to depict a character, person, situation, or event.

To adorn with pictures.