tableau

The word “tableau” has 2 syllables: ta-bleau

It's pronounced as /ˌtæb.loʊ/

What is synonym and antonym for tableau?

In the thesaurus, “tableau” has 30 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for tableau along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tableau

backdrop
background
cavalcade
demonstration
drama
dramatization
exhibition
extravaganza
illustration
kaleidoscope
locale
montage
pageant
panorama
parade
performance
picture
play
presentation
procession
production
progress
representation
scene
scenery
set
setting
show
spectacle
view

Meanings of tableau

noun
1. A striking and vivid representation; a picture.
2. A vivid graphic scene of a group of people arranged as in a painting or bas relief sculpture.
3. Hence, an arrangement of actors in static positions on stage, having the effect of pointing up a particular moment in the drama, conventionally revealed by opening tableau curtains (known as "tabs").
4. A table (two-dimensional presentation of data).
5. Mostly in solitaire card games, but also in other card and board games, the main area, where random cards can be arranged.
6. A semantic tableau.

Example Sentences

She carefully arranged the vibrant flowers to create a stunning tableau on the dining table.
The artist skillfully painted a captivating tableau of city life, capturing every detail with precision.
As the curtains rose, the actors froze in a dramatic tableau that set the tone for the entire play.
The museum displayed a fascinating tableau of historical artifacts, showcasing the evolution of ancient civilizations.
The photographer captured a beautiful tableau of the sunrise over the mountain range, framing nature's beauty in a single shot.

On this page you'll find 30 synonyms or another words to tableau, such as: backdrop, background, cavalcade, demonstration, drama, dramatization, exhibition.

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