Describe
Definition
To provide a detailed account or explanation of something, including its characteristics, features, and qualities.
Analogy
Describing something is like painting a picture with words. Just as an artist uses different colors and brushstrokes to capture the essence of their subject, describing involves using specific details and vivid language to create a mental image for the reader.
Related terms
Analyze: To examine something in detail and break it down into its constituent parts or elements.
Compare: To identify similarities and differences between two or more things.
Classify: To categorize or group items based on shared characteristics.
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