description (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈskrɪpʃən/

Definition

An account of a person, place, or thing, giving the main characteristics or appearance.

Examples

• The police took a detailed description of the suspect.

• Her description of the event was so clear, I felt like I was there.

• The product description on the website was very helpful.

How to Use description

description of (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify what is being described. — "He gave a clear description of his symptoms to the doctor."

Synonyms of description

Words with a similar meaning to description:

• account
• report
• explanation
• narrative

Antonyms of description

Words with the opposite meaning to description:

• summary
• outline

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