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as in described
to give a representation or account of in words
the author portrays her characters with lifelike vividness
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as in characterized
to point out the chief quality or qualities of an individual or group
traditionally, European authors portrayed the natives as wise and noble
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as in depicted
to present a picture of
a landscape that portrays the scenery near the town where the painter grew up
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as in played
to present a portrayal or performance of
gained fame portraying Susan B. Anthony in a one-woman show
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Recent Examples of portrayed
Andrews portrayed Queen Clarice Renaldi in the films, Mia’s estranged grandmother and ruler of Genovia.
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Dan Heching, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Tony Soprano In a March 2023 interview with THR, Lyle shared that another source of inspiration for Yellowjackets was Tony Soprano, the mobster portrayed by the late James Gandolfini in HBO’s beloved drama, The Sopranos.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
As Aniston recalled, Kristofferson portrayed a man who visits his dying wife in a hospital in the final days of her life in the film.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
The cancellation has been portrayed by some defenders as baffling, even conspiratorial, but the show’s ratings, trend and reception point to a pragmatic decision on the studio’s part.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
In contrast, land powers were often portrayed as despotic and militaristic.
—Colin Flint, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Marvel movies — with their iconic stable of heroes who can be portrayed by different actors — are arguably easier.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
Advertisement Jurado, who came in first in the March 5 primary election, has portrayed De León as an ineffective, isolated figure.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Lily James portrayed a younger version of Donna, Streep's character and Sophie's mother; the movie flashes back to Donna's encounters with Sophie's three possible fathers as Sophie and her husband Sky (Cooper) prepare to welcome their own child in the present.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Dan Heching, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Tony Soprano In a March 2023 interview with THR, Lyle shared that another source of inspiration for Yellowjackets was Tony Soprano, the mobster portrayed by the late James Gandolfini in HBO’s beloved drama, The Sopranos.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
As Aniston recalled, Kristofferson portrayed a man who visits his dying wife in a hospital in the final days of her life in the film.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
The cancellation has been portrayed by some defenders as baffling, even conspiratorial, but the show’s ratings, trend and reception point to a pragmatic decision on the studio’s part.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
In contrast, land powers were often portrayed as despotic and militaristic.
—Colin Flint, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Marvel movies — with their iconic stable of heroes who can be portrayed by different actors — are arguably easier.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
Advertisement Jurado, who came in first in the March 5 primary election, has portrayed De León as an ineffective, isolated figure.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Lily James portrayed a younger version of Donna, Streep's character and Sophie's mother; the movie flashes back to Donna's encounters with Sophie's three possible fathers as Sophie and her husband Sky (Cooper) prepare to welcome their own child in the present.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for portrayed
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Her younger brother Colin, age six, is the kooky one, while the baby of the family, 4-year-old Laurent, is described by his parents as a philosopher.Catherine Bray, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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Indemnification As described by Cornell Law School, indemnification occurs when one party compensates another party for damages or losses that have occurred related to specific events.Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Hayley’s emergency surgery came after she was hospitalized for a cranial hematoma, which is characterized by blood collecting in the skull.Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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Built on easy, at-home gel manicures for the masses, Le Mini Macaron is characterized by a 1-step system with a photo-friendly mini LED lamp shaped like a macaron.Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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At a merch table, a stack of posters depicted Lake in a Rosie the Riveter pose, showing off her taut arms.Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
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The objections all come from members of the older generation, who are depicted as tropes – irrational and stuck in their ways.Samira Mehta, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Quarterback Matthew Stafford has played well in an offense still missing star receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua and several starting linemen.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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In the decades since, Susan and I have played in bands together, started companies together and traveled the world together.Marcus Ryle, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
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Latin music icon Marc Anthony performed and executive produced a special segment with salsa great Sergio George to pay homage to the tropical music genre.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The tribute was performed by Reik, Leonel García, Alejandro Fernández, David Bisbal and Carlos Rivera.Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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That's where the satire finds itself, and sometimes, that satire can be interpreted in different ways according to each viewer's take on the characters.Andy Hoglund, EW.com, 20 Oct. 2024
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This could be interpreted in many ways.Rasputin Todd, The Enquirer, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Portrayed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/portrayed. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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