Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paint-a-picture
idiom
/peɪnt ə ˈpɪk.tʃər/
Definition
To create a mental image or vivid description of something through words or artistic expression.
Examples
- She used her words to paint a picture of the beautiful sunset.
- The author paints a vivid picture of the main character’s struggles in the novel.
Meaning
The phrase ‘paint a picture’ can refer to both literal painting and figurative language that conveys imagery or emotion.
Synonyms
- depict
- illustrate
- describe
- portray
