Top synonyms for “portray”: depict, impersonate, limn, present.
Definitions
- (verb)portray in words“The book portrays the actor as a selfish person”
- (verb)make a portrait of“Goya wanted to portray his mistress, the Duchess of Alba”
- (verb)represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture“The father is portrayed as a good-looking man in this painting”
- (verb)assume or act the character of“She impersonates Madonna”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "portray"?
Common synonyms for "portray" include depict, impersonate, limn, present. Our thesaurus lists 4 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "portray" mean?
portray in words Example: "The book portrays the actor as a selfish person"
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