Meaning : A graphic or vivid verbal description.
Example :
Too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures.
The author gives a depressing picture of life in Poland.
The pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters.
Synonyms : characterisation, delineation, depiction, picture, word picture, word-painting
Meaning : The act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features.
Example :
The media's characterization of Al Gore as a nerd.
Synonyms : characterisation
Meaning : Acting the part of a character on stage. Dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture.
Synonyms : enactment, personation, portrayal