verb
portray
por-TRAY/pɔːrˈtreɪ/
To represent someone or something in art, words, or performance.
The artist portrays her neighbors in a series of portraits.
Etymology
The pieces give the image of “drawing forth,” which developed into drawing or painting a likeness. Portray then extended to depicting someone or something in words.
In context
endeavor to portray a future where AI technology could influence individuals and societies positively. We wish to represent how individuals from disparate cultures
More examples
- Her memoir portrays a childhood filled with adventure.
- He portrayed a doctor in the school play.
- The documentary portrays the mayor as an effective leader.
Forms
portray · portrays · portrayed · portraying
portrayal noun — A representation in art, words, or performance.