General synonyms:
* Characterize: To define or portray the essential qualities of something.
* Portray: To depict or represent something in words or images.
* Illustrate: To explain or clarify something with examples or pictures.
* Explain: To make something clear or understandable.
* Define: To state the exact meaning of something.
* Summarize: To give a brief overview of the main points of something.
* Depict: To represent something visually or verbally.
More specific synonyms:
* Narrate: To tell a story or account of events.
* Analyze: To examine something in detail to understand its parts and their relationship.
* Classify: To group things together according to their characteristics.
* Enumerate: To list the items in a series.
The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the type of description you are aiming for. For example, if you want to focus on the key features of something, "characterize" might be a good choice. If you want to tell a story, "narrate" would be more appropriate.