portrayal
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Like Li, he was upset by the "ugly" portrayal of his likeness as a "sleazy" antagonist in the show.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Her take-no-prisoners portrayal of Lois quickly became a defining career highlight.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
The provided search results do not contain expressed viewpoints that offer a contrasting perspective to the article’s portrayal of Kavanagh’s work or Rough & Tumble’s value as a news aggregator.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
She won a Bafta in 2010 for best leading actress and an Oscar nomination following her portrayal of a schoolgirl in the coming-of-age drama An Education.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Set in a poverty- and drug-stricken African-American fishing community in the South, Porgy and Bess was notable for its sympathetic but clear-eyed portrayal of underclass life.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
Vocabulary lists containing portrayal
Academy Awards, List 6
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Between Shades of Gray
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Unmapped Sea
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
