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View synonyms for word painting

word painting

noun

  1. an effective verbal description.


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Other Words From

  • word painter noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of word painting1

First recorded in 1865–70
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Example Sentences

The fishing scenes are depicted with all the glow of fancy and brilliantPg 147 word-painting for which Mistral is so remarkable.

He never uses a superfluous or a far-fetched word, never indulges in flowers, word-painting, or rhetorical trickery of any kind.

"We will take your word-painting instead," said Mr. Arlington.

It is better to keep down to the bare, although complete, description rather than to attempt any word painting.

We want less word-painting and fine phrases, and more observation at first-hand.

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