portray

/pɔɹˈtɹeɪ/verb

To show or describe someone or something in a particular way, in a picture, a story, a film, or on stage.

Example sentences

“The documentary portrays the coach as a strict but caring mentor.”
“Which actor will portray the president in the new series?”
“Newspapers portrayed the strike as a fight over safety, not pay.”

Often followed by 'as': the book portrays her as a hero. The noun is 'portrayal', as in a moving portrayal of grief.

Synonyms for portray

depict
represent
show
describe
characterize

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