Similar to "describe" but more formal or specific:
* Characterize: To describe the essential features of something
* Depict: To portray something in words or images
* Illustrate: To explain or clarify something with examples or pictures
* Enumerate: To list the features or elements of something
* Articulate: To express something clearly and effectively
* Elaborate: To provide more details or explanations
* Summarize: To provide a brief overview of something
More evocative or emotional words:
* Paint a picture: To create a vivid image in the mind
* Capture: To accurately represent something
* Conjure: To evoke an image or feeling
* Evoke: To bring something to mind
* Portray: To represent something in a particular way
* Represent: To stand in for something or someone
* Illustrate: To provide a visual example of something
Informal words:
* Tell about: To explain something in a simple way
* Explain: To make something clear
* Talk about: To discuss something
* Lay out: To present information clearly
To choose the best word, consider:
* The context: What are you describing and to whom?
* The tone: Do you want to be formal, informal, or emotional?
* The level of detail: How much information do you need to convey?
For example, if you're writing a formal report, "characterize" or "enumerate" might be appropriate. But if you're telling a story, "paint a picture" or "capture" might be more evocative.