What does delineation mean?
Delineation means The act of delineating; depiction..
Delineation
/diːlɪniˈeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act of delineating; depiction..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of delineating; depiction.
- (art) An image of the outline of an object.
- A graphic verbal description.
Example Sentences
After all, the English hostel owes much of its charms to Chaucer; our associations are of his haunting pictures—his delicate Lady Prioress, his comely young squire, with their pleasant interchange of tale and legend, rise upon the mind's eye in all the fascination of his vivid delineations.
Synonyms for delineation
Antonyms for delineation
Related Words
Word Forms
- delineations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for delineation?
Common synonyms include depiction, portrayal, picture, characterization.
What is the opposite of delineation?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use delineation in a sentence?
After all, the English hostel owes much of its charms to Chaucer; our associations are of his haunting pictures—his delicate Lady Prioress, his comely young squire, with their pleasant interchange of tale and legend, rise upon the mind's eye in all the fascination of his vivid delineations.
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