Definition

The art or practice of creating images of people, usually focusing on their face and expression.

Example

The gallery featured a stunning collection of portraiture from various artists.

Conversation

I saw an amazing exhibition on portraiture last weekend.

That sounds interesting! What was the highlight for you?

The way the artists captured emotions through portraiture was incredible.

I love how portraits can tell such deep stories about people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Portraiture → It is formed from "portrait" (from Old French *portrait*, meaning a likeness or representation) and "-ure" (a suffix used to indicate an action or process). The word "portraiture" refers to the process or art of creating a likeness or representation of a person, typically in painting or photography.

Memory Tip

Think of 'portrait' as a representation of someone, and '-ure' indicating the process — so portraiture is the process of creating a likeness.

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