delineate (adj.)

  1. represented accurately or precisely

    [ Syn: delineated , represented ]

    delineate (v.)

  1. show the form or outline of; The tree was clearly defined by the light; The camera could define the smallest object

    [ Syn: define ]

  2. determine the essential quality of

    [ Syn: specify , define , delimit , delimitate ]

  3. trace the shape of

    [ Syn: limn , outline ]

  4. make a mark or lines on a surface; draw a line; trace the outline of a figure in the sand

    [ Syn: trace , draw , line , describe ]

  5. describe in vivid detail

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