Description
Noun
UK
/dɪˈskrɪp.ʃən/
US
/dɪˈskrɪp.ʃən/
Definition
Words that explain or show what something or someone is like.
Example
"The description was clear."
"She wrote a description of her favorite book so her friend could imagine the story."
"The description of the painting helped visitors understand the artist’s ideas and emotions."
Explanation
A description is the words used to explain or show what something or someone is like. It can explain size, colour, shape, feelings, or events. For example, a book might have a description on the cover telling what the story is about. A person can give a description of a lost item to help someone find it. Descriptions help people understand things clearly without seeing them.