Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
portrait
noun
/ˈpɔːr.trɪt/
Definition
A portrait is a representation of a person, especially of the face, created through various artistic forms such as painting, photography, or drawing.
Examples
- The artist painted a beautiful portrait of her grandmother.
- He took a stunning portrait of the sunset over the mountains.
- Many famous portraits hang in the galleries of art museums around the world.
Meaning
Portraits capture the likeness and personality of individuals, often highlighting their facial features or expressions.
Synonyms
- likeness
- representation
- image
- depiction
