depict
/dɪˈpɪkt/
de · pict
dɪ · ˈpɪkt
English Definition
v. describe, show in picture
Significado en Español
representar, describir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
miêu tả, vẽ lại
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Example Sentence
The painting depicts a village scene.
油画描绘了乡村景象。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(strengthen)+pict(draw)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the following word: depict.
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A
illustrate
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B
delete
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C
confuse
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D
ignore
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A — illustrate.
“depict” means v. describe, show in picture
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The huge colorful mural tries to ______ the history of the entire town.
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depict
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B
hide
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C
ignore
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D
erase
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A — depict.
“depict” means v. describe, show in picture
Common questions about “depict”
What does “depict” mean?
depict — v. describe, show in picture. In Chinese: 描绘，刻画.
How do you pronounce “depict”?
depict is pronounced /dɪˈpɪkt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · pict.
How do you use “depict” in a sentence?
The painting depicts a village scene. (油画描绘了乡村景象。)
What are synonyms for “depict”?
portray, illustrate — all close in meaning to depict (v. describe, show in picture).
Is “depict” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. depict appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “depict”?
de(strengthen)+pict(draw)
