Definition

A three-dimensional model or scene that shows a specific setting, often with figures and objects arranged in a realistic way against a painted background.

Example

The museum featured a diorama of a rainforest, complete with miniature animals and plants.

Conversation

Have you seen that new diorama at the museum?

Yeah, it was really impressive!

I loved how lifelike the figures looked in the diorama.

Absolutely, it felt like you were looking at a real scene!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diorama is formed from "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "orama" (from Greek "horama", meaning view or sight). The word describes a three-dimensional scene that can be viewed from one side, allowing a view through the scene.

Memory Tip

Think of looking 'through' ('dia-') a 'view' ('horama') to see a scene in three dimensions.

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