Portrayal: meaning, definitions and examples
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portrayal
[ pɔːˈtreɪəl ]
in art
The action or skill of depicting someone or something in a work of art or literature.
Synonyms
depiction, interpretation, rendering, representation
Examples of usage
- Her portrayal of the character was truly captivating.
- The artist's portrayal of the landscape was incredibly realistic.
in media
The representation of someone or something in a particular way, especially in order to create a particular impression.
Synonyms
characterization, depiction, portraying, representation
Examples of usage
- The media's portrayal of the event was biased.
- His portrayal in the documentary was inaccurate.
Translations
Translations of the word "portrayal" in other languages:
🇵🇹 retrato
🇮🇳 चित्रण
🇩🇪 Darstellung
🇮🇩 penggambaran
🇺🇦 зображення
🇵🇱 przedstawienie
🇯🇵 描写 (びょうしゃ)
🇫🇷 représentation
🇪🇸 representación
🇹🇷 tasvir
🇰🇷 묘사
🇸🇦 تصوير
🇨🇿 zobrazení
🇸🇰 zobrazenie
🇨🇳 描绘 (miáohuì)
🇸🇮 upodobitev
🇮🇸 lýsing
🇰🇿 суреттеу
🇬🇪 აღწერა
🇦🇿 təsvir
🇲🇽 representación
Word origin
The word 'portrayal' originated from the Middle French word 'portraire', which means 'to depict'. The concept of portraying someone or something has been integral to art and literature throughout history. Artists and writers use portrayal to capture the essence of their subjects and convey emotions, stories, and messages. The term has evolved to also encompass the representation of individuals or events in media, highlighting the power of perception and interpretation in shaping narratives.
See also: portray, portrayable, portraying.