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Depiction vs Portray - What's the difference?

depiction | portray |

As a noun depiction

is a lifelike image of something, either verbal or visual.

As a verb portray is

to paint or draw the likeness of.

depiction

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • a lifelike image of something, either verbal or visual
  • a drawing or painting

    • Related terms

    * depict

    portray

    English

    Alternative forms

    * pourtray

    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.

    • Related terms

    * portrait * portrayal

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