(n) a graphic or vivid verbal description, Syn. characterisation, characterization, depiction, delineation, word-painting, picture, Example:too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures; the author gives a depressing picture of life in Poland; the pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters
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n. [ L. delineatio: cf. F. délinéation. ] 1. The act of representing, portraying, or describing, as by lines, diagrams, sketches, etc.; drawing an outline; as, the delineation of a scene or face; in drawing and engraving, representation by means of lines, as distinguished from representation by means of tints and shades; accurate and minute representation, as distinguished from art that is careless of details, or subordinates them excessively. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A delineated picture; representation; sketch; description in words. [ 1913 Webster ]
Their softest delineations of female beauty. W. Irving.