limned

verb

Definition of limnednext
past tense of limn
as in described
to give a representation or account of in words he limned the scene in the courtroom so perfectly I could practically see it

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  1. described
  2. depicted
  3. portrayed
Verb
  • They were described as looking like large reptilian kangaroos with huge red eyes, able to walk standing upright.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Those who knew Austin best described a legacy of public service and civil rights advocacy that spanned decades.
    Shawn Raymundo, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of described
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  • Almost every glass window, which depicted the story of Christ, was gone.
    Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Though its action is depicted crisply and clearly, its epigrammatic shots aim straight for the viewer’s unconscious, making only glancing contact with the rational mind.
    Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of depicted
Verb
  • Kevin Costner portrayed the team’s coach Jim White, supplying them with confidence, determination and hope.
    Cory Mull, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The politician portrayed Waldo Johnston II, the father of spoiled rich kid Waldo Johnston III (Blake McIver Ewing).
    Fox News, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of portrayed
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