Definitions for delineates

delineates de·lin·e·ate

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

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

You can make 756 anagrams from letters in delineates (adeeeilnst).

Definitions for delineates

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 delineates

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

Examples for delineates

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Word Value for delineates
Scrable

10

Words with friends

12

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