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Britannica Dictionary definition of DEPICT
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to show (someone or something) in a picture, painting, photograph, etc.
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The wall was painted with a large mural depicting famous scenes from American history.
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Several of the architect's most famous buildings will soon be depicted on postage stamps.
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The photograph depicts the two brothers standing in front of a store.
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Angels are usually depicted with wings.
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In the drawing, the magic cap was depicted as a soft, black hat.
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to describe (someone or something) using words, a story, etc.
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The movie depicts the life of early settlers.
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I like the way she depicts the characters in her novels.
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His enemies depict [=portray] him as a cruel and dangerous leader.
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an honest depiction of life in the city
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The book is fascinating in its depiction of the country's early history.
