Definition

A person or thing that represents or shows something in a visual form, such as a drawing or painting.

Example

The depictor captured the beauty of the landscape in his painting.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a depictor in art?

Yeah, I think it refers to someone who represents things visually.

Right, like how a painter can be a depictor of emotions through their work.

Exactly! It’s fascinating how much meaning can be conveyed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Depictor → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "pingere" (meaning to paint or to depict). The word "depictor" refers to someone who paints or represents something visually, as if bringing it down onto a surface.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'painting' ('pingere') something 'down' ('de-') onto a canvas — that's why a depictor is someone who visually represents something.

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