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descriptions

NOUN

account in speech, writing

Synonyms

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characterization confession definition depiction detail explanation information narration narrative picture portrayal report sketch statement story summary tale version

STRONG

ABCs brief chronicle declaration delineation explication fingerprint make monograph portraiture presentment recital recitation record rehearsal representation rundown specification summarization vignette yarn

WEAK

blow by blow recountal writeup

Antonyms

STRONGEST

concealment

WEAK

misrepresentation

NOUN

class, kind

Synonyms

STRONGEST

character nature sort type variety

STRONG

brand breed category classification feather genre genus ilk kidney order species stripe

Antonyms

WEAK

misrepresentation

Example Sentences

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Breeders' rights and patents are granted based on physical descriptions, not DNA analysis, but it's essential to compare the new plants with similar products in order to establish if they qualify for protection.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Although scholars have long known about the writings, researchers say the significance of the descriptions was overlooked until now.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

Please notice that nowhere does it say that Bob Dylan is the author of any of this content, and “curated by” is one of the vaguest descriptions of the last few decades.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Times Book Prize winner Danielle Trussoni — this cozy read blends a clever plot with the author’s evocative descriptions of Parisian food, wine and community reminiscent of Julia Child’s “My Life in France.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Not at all what I imagined based on Willa’s descriptions.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin