Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Portrayals.
Portrayals - as a noun
A word picture of a person's appearance and character
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
portrait10portraiture13Acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
characterizationenactment13personation13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
acting9performing18playacting18playing13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A representation by picture or portraiture
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
depicting15depiction14portraying16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
representational processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any likeness of a person, in any medium
Example: "The photographer made excellent portraits"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
portrait10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
likeness12semblance15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Representation by drawing or painting etc
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delineation12depiction14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pictorial representationpicturing14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The portrayals of historical figures in the movie were praised by critics."
"Her portrayals of different characters on stage were always captivating."
"The novel offers insightful portrayals of various social issues."
"The artist's portrayals of landscapes were incredibly realistic."
"The film received criticism for its negative portrayals of certain ethnic groups."
Word Game Points
Is PORTRAYALS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, portrayals is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PORTRAYALS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PORTRAYALS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, portrayals is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPORTRAYALS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is PORTRAYALS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, portrayals is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPORTRAYALS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
