portrayal
noun
por·tray·al
pȯr-ˈtrā(-ə)l 
pər-
1
: the act or process or an instance of portraying : representation
2
: portrait
Synonyms
Examples of portrayal in a Sentence
his novel presents a moving portrayal of a woman searching for personal fulfillment and happiness
Recent Examples on the Web
To avoid Hollywood’s past narrative missteps and stereotypical portrayals, a months-long search to find Tess and other characters ensued.
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Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
During his interview with PEOPLE, Romano expressed a particular fondness for Boyle, who received seven Emmy nominations for his grouchy portrayal of patriarch Frank Barone.
—Jp Mangalindan, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024
Lott-Rogers brings convincing depth and a powerful gospel-friendly voice to her portrayal of Aunt Sarah.
—Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 22 Apr. 2024
The actor also received Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe nominations for his portrayal of Pablo Picasso in the National Geographic limited series Genius: Picasso.
—Andrew Walsh, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2024
While there is little information on its origin, the game’s reach has increased significantly since the early 2010s, possibly due, in part, to its portrayal in popular shows like iCarly and Gossip Girl.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
Elizabeth Sankey’s deeply personal documentary examines the relationship between the cinematic portrayals of witches and the all-too-real experiences of postpartum depression by utilizing footage that spans the entirety of film history alongside heartrending personal testimony.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
Kirsty Paterson's portrayal of a sad-looking Oompa Loompa at Scotland's disastrous Willy Wonka Experience took the internet by storm.
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 15 Apr. 2024
The film was a bleak portrayal of the world’s greatest band falling apart, released just weeks after Paul McCartney officially announced their split.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024
Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
During his interview with PEOPLE, Romano expressed a particular fondness for Boyle, who received seven Emmy nominations for his grouchy portrayal of patriarch Frank Barone.
—Jp Mangalindan, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024
Lott-Rogers brings convincing depth and a powerful gospel-friendly voice to her portrayal of Aunt Sarah.
—Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 22 Apr. 2024
The actor also received Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe nominations for his portrayal of Pablo Picasso in the National Geographic limited series Genius: Picasso.
—Andrew Walsh, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2024
While there is little information on its origin, the game’s reach has increased significantly since the early 2010s, possibly due, in part, to its portrayal in popular shows like iCarly and Gossip Girl.
—Jazmin Towe, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
Elizabeth Sankey’s deeply personal documentary examines the relationship between the cinematic portrayals of witches and the all-too-real experiences of postpartum depression by utilizing footage that spans the entirety of film history alongside heartrending personal testimony.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
Kirsty Paterson's portrayal of a sad-looking Oompa Loompa at Scotland's disastrous Willy Wonka Experience took the internet by storm.
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 15 Apr. 2024
The film was a bleak portrayal of the world’s greatest band falling apart, released just weeks after Paul McCartney officially announced their split.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Portrayal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/portrayal. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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portrayal
noun
por·tray·al
pōr-ˈtrā(-ə)l
pȯr-
1
: the act or process of portraying : representation
2
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