describe

[dih-skrahyb] / dɪˈskraɪb /

VERB

explain in speech, writing

Synonyms

STRONGEST

call characterize chronicle construe define depict detail express illustrate interpret label name outline portray recount report represent specify tell term

STRONG

communicate delineate distinguish draw elucidate epitomize exemplify explicate expound illuminate image impart limn narrate paint particularize picture recite rehearse relate sketch state trace transmit

WEAK

convey image make apparent make clear make sense of make vivid mark out write up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse distort hide ignore listen misunderstand suppress

STRONG

cloud complicate mystify obscure

WEAK

misrepresent mix up

Example Sentences

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The researchers describe this behavior as 'contingency testing.'

From Science Daily

"Back in the picture," is how Tuchel described it at this month's Nations League draw.

From BBC

The facts, as you describe them, may not be regarded by the law as a casual promise.

From MarketWatch

“It describes the arrogance of the successful incumbent.”

From The Wall Street Journal

He said systems for dealing with such incidents were "improving" and described reporting processes as "robust".

From BBC