Delineate
To describe or portray something precisely and in detail; to outline or mark the boundaries of.
verbDelineate
To describe or portray something precisely and in detail; to outline or mark the boundaries of.
verbImagine This
Imagine a mapmaker carefully drawing thin lines to separate countries on a map, ensuring each border is crisp and unambiguous.
Sounds Like
dih-LIN-ee-ate
Looks Like
line-related; contains the idea of drawing a line to outline something
Remember This
Delineate comes from Latin delineare, meaning to draw a line; it is commonly used to describe precise boundaries or detailed descriptions in law, science, and art.
Other Forms
Connect With
outline, depict, portray, define, demarcate
Note
Use delineate when you want to emphasize precision in outlining boundaries or specifics. It is more formal and exact than simply 'describe' or 'explain.' Avoid using delineate when a vague or broad description is intended.