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v. To depict or represent pictorially; make a picture of.

v. To depict or describe in words.

v. To represent dramatically, as on the stage. See Synonyms at represent.

v. To paint or draw the likeness of.

v. To describe in words; to convey.

v. To play a role; to depict a character or person.

v. To adorn with pictures.

v. To paint or draw the likeness of.

v. Hence, figuratively, to describe in words.

v. To adorn with pictures.

To depict; reproduce the lineaments of; draw or paint to the life.

To depict or describe vividly in words; describe graphically or vividly.

To adorn with pictures or portraits.

Synonyms and To delineate, sketch, represent.

To paint.

v. make a portrait of

v. represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture

v. assume or act the character of

v. portray in words

"Coincidentally I watched Michael Palin portray him last night."

portrayed    portraying    portrays   

interpret    represent    play    act   

portrayal    portrait   

portrayed    portraying   

depict    describe   

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