portrayed
An actor portrayed a character by acting like them on stage or screen.
When people talk about something being portrayed, they usually mean it's been shown or represented, often in a creative way. It can be an actor who plays someone famous or a writer who writes about real events in their story. Sometimes you might see a historical figure portrayed in a movie or book. The word "portrayed" is often used to describe how someone has been shown or acted out. For example, if an actor played Albert Einstein, they portrayed him for the audience. If a painting represents a city's life in the 19th century, then that city has been portrayed through art.
How common is "portrayed"?
Word portrayed is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
verb
To paint or draw the likeness of.
Example: I will portray a king on horseback.
Real examples of "portrayed" in context
