Sketched: meaning, definitions and examples

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sketched

 

[ skɛtʃt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

art creation

Sketched is the past tense of sketch, which refers to making a rough or unfinished drawing or painting. It implies a process of freely outlining or representing an object, scene, or idea without detailed or finished appearances. Sketching can be done quickly, capturing the essence of a subject while leaving out intricate details. This form of artistic expression is commonly used by artists, architects, and designers as a way to visualize concepts or motifs. The term can also extend beyond visual art to describe a preliminary plan or draft.

Synonyms

drafted, drew, illustrated, outlined, represented

Examples of usage

  • She sketched the landscape before painting it.
  • He quickly sketched his ideas for the new product.
  • The architect sketched the building's design.
  • During class, the student sketched her professor.

Translations

Translations of the word "sketched" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esboçado

🇮🇳 रेखा खींची

🇩🇪 skizziert

🇮🇩 digambar

🇺🇦 намальований

🇵🇱 naszkicowany

🇯🇵 スケッチされた

🇫🇷 esquissé

🇪🇸 esbozado

🇹🇷 taslak halinde

🇰🇷 스케치된

🇸🇦 مخطط

🇨🇿 nahraný

🇸🇰 naskicovaný

🇨🇳 草图的

🇸🇮 narisano

🇮🇸 skissuð

🇰🇿 суреттелген

🇬🇪 ესკიზირებული

🇦🇿 eskiz edilmiş

🇲🇽 esbozado

Word origin

The word 'sketch' originates from the early 16th century, derived from the Italian 'schizzo', meaning 'a rough drawing, a quick outline', which in turn comes from the Greek word 'skhizo', meaning 'to split'. The transition of the term to English occurred during the Renaissance, a period that significantly emphasized art and design. Its usage in English was initially closely related to the creation of drawings or designs in a rough form, often utilized by artists and draftsmen to convey ideas before committing to final pieces. Over the centuries, 'sketch' has evolved to encompass various applications in both artistic and non-artistic fields, including literature and architecture. In contemporary use, it has retained its artistic roots while also taking on broader meanings related to outlines or preliminary plans across different disciplines.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,865, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.