paint a picture

• Décrire quelque chose de manière vivante, détaillée ou imagée, afin que d'autres puissent facilement se le représenter ou le comprendre.

To describe something in a vivid, detailed, or imaginative way so that others can easily visualize or understand it.

1. Describe vividlyB2informal

   To describe something in a very clear and detailed way, often to create a strong mental image.

   brosser un tableau

   • The author paints a picture of a peaceful village in his novel.
   • She painted a picture of her childhood home with such detail that I could almost see it.
   • The witness painted a picture of the accident that was very different from the official report.

2. Create a specific impressionB2informal

   To present a situation or idea in a particular way, often to influence someone's opinion.

   brosser un tableau

   • The politician painted a picture of a bright future for the country.
   • The report paints a bleak picture of the company's finances.
   • He tried to paint a picture of himself as a victim, but no one believed him.