depicts
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //dɪˈpɪks// UK //dɪpˈɪkts// de·picts
v. to show something in a picture, drawing, or piece of writing. You use this word when an artist or author creates a clear image of a person, place, or event.
v. to represent or portray a subject visually or in text. Transitive; typically used with art, literature, or media as the agent.
The painting depicts a quiet village scene.
The documentary depicts the daily struggles of farmers in the region.
The novel depicts the harsh realities of war through the eyes of a young soldier who has lost everything.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.