silhouette
The word “silhouette” has 3 syllables: sil-hou-ette
It's pronounced as /ˌsɪl.uˈɛt/
What is synonym and antonym for silhouette?
In the thesaurus, “silhouette” has 4 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for silhouette along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for silhouette
- define
- outline
- sketch
- trace
Meanings of silhouette
- noun
- An illustrated outline filled in with a solid color(s), usually only black, and intended to represent the shape of an object without revealing any other visual details; a similar appearance produced when the object being viewed is situated in relative darkness with brighter lighting behind it; a profile portrait in black, such as a shadow appears to be.
- verb
- To represent by a silhouette; to project upon a background, so as to be like a silhouette.
Example Sentences
- The dark silhouette of the mountain was visible against the twilight sky.
- Her silhouette appeared graceful as she stood by the window.
- The artist sketched a perfect silhouette of the old oak tree.
- They could only make out the silhouette of the ship through the heavy fog.
- The glowing sunset cast a dramatic silhouette of the city skyline.
On this page you'll find 4 synonyms or another words to silhouette, such as: define, outline, sketch, trace.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.