Definitions for delineate

delineate de·lin·e·ate

Spelling: [dih-lin-ee-eyt]
IPA: /dɪˈlɪn iˌeɪt/

Delineate is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 10 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 343 anagrams from letters in delineate (adeeeilnt).

Definitions for delineate

verb (used with object)

  1. to trace the outline of; sketch or trace in outline; represent pictorially:
  2. to portray in words; describe or outline with precision:

Origin of delineate

1550-60; Latin dēlīneātus, equivalent to dē- de- + līneātus lineate

Examples for delineate

Again his pencil moved, and I knew he was attempting to delineate her features.

He will be able to delineate the characters, consciences, and conduct of his neighbours.

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We are not, but his ability we are in duty bound to delineate truthfully.

I have endeavoured to delineate his character so that it will be as an open book.

Lapid has spent considerable effort trying to delineate the middle class—which many argued was a key component of his voter base.

I dare not attempt to delineate the paroxysm of emotion which it excited in every heart.

This word does not satisfy me, nor can I think of one that will delineate my idea.

Professor has finished measuring, and is preparing to "delineate" me.

Stereotypes exist to delineate but also in order to be defied.

Word Value for delineate
Scrable

10

Words with friends

12

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