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portray

/pɔːrˈteɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does portray mean?

verb

To represent or depict someone or something in a picture, film, or play, or to describe or characterize someone or something in a particular way.

Example

"The actor's portrayal of the villain was widely praised."

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