Definition of DEPICTION

depiction

Meanings

Plural: depictions

Noun

  • a graphic or vivid verbal description
  • a representation by picture or portraiture
  • a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects
  • representation by drawing or painting etc
  • A lifelike image of something, either verbal or visual.
  • A drawing or painting.
  • A representation.
  • The act of depicting.

Origin / Etymology

From French dépiction, from Latin dēpictiō. By surface analysis, depict + -ion.

Synonyms

characterisation, characterization, delineation, depicting, limning, line drawing, picture, portrayal, portraying, word picture, word-painting

Scrabble Score: 14

depiction is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
depiction is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
depiction is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

depiction is a valid Words With Friends word