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

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The analysis focused on chronotypes, which describe a person's natural preference for sleep and wake timing, and how those preferences relate to cardiovascular health.

From Science Daily

Bolton was forced to suspend online sales for a few days due to stock selling out, describing it as "a remarkable time".

From BBC

She had previously described Majek as a "sick, twisted and cowardly human".

From BBC

U.S. officials who briefed reporters afterward described the talks as upbeat and constructive.

From The Wall Street Journal

First Minister John Swinney described the deal as "very welcome news".

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