Difference between Limn and Portray

What is the difference between Limn and Portray?

Limn as a verb is to draw or paint; delineate. while Portray as a verb is to paint or draw the likeness of.

Limn

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To draw or paint; delineate. To describe.

Portray

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To paint or draw the likeness of.Hence, figuratively, to describe in words.To adorn with pictures.

Example sentence: The wonders of the Grand Canyon cannot be adequately represented in symbols of speech, nor by speech itself. The resources of the graphic art are taxed beyond their powers in attempting to portray its features. Language and illustration combined must fail.

We hope you now know whether to use Limn or Portray in your sentence.

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