depict
verb C1
Plain meaning
show or describe something in words, pictures, or film
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss show or describe something in words, pictures, or film in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe team tried to depict society before the deadline.
examThe passage suggests that institutions may need to depict society in order to improve long-term outcomes.
Common collocations
depict societydepict povertydepict a scene
Watch out
Do not pair it with a random object. Learn the full pattern, e.g., “depict society”. Also avoid confusing it with “show”.