Portrait

usgb/ˈpɔːrtrət/
noun

A picture of a person or group of people.

My grandmother painted a portrait of our family
Visual representation of "portrait" - A picture of a person or group of people

Often appears as...

  • family portrait
  • self-portrait
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Visual representation of "portrait"
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Human Focus

The term usually denotes human subjects, not landscapes or objects.

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The gallery featured portraits of notable historical figures.
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Emotional Depth

Portraits often aim to convey a person's character or mood.

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His self-portrait revealed a pensive, brooding personality.
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Not Just Visual

Despite usually being visual, 'portrait' can also be used metaphorically.

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The poem painted a portrait of the war's impact on soldiers.
Visual representation of the word "Portrait"

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