faithfully-depicted
|faith-ful-ly-de-pict-ed|
B2
/ˈfeɪθfəli dɪˈpɪktɪd/
(depict)
represent visually
Etymology
Etymology Information
'depict' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'depictus,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'pingere' meant 'to paint.'
Historical Evolution
'depictus' transformed into the French word 'dépeindre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'depict' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to paint or portray,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to represent or describe accurately.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
accurately and truthfully represented or portrayed.
The artist's work was faithfully-depicted, capturing every detail of the scene.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 10:51