Synonyms for DESCRIBES
de·scribes

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1. List of paraphrases for "describes":

   described, outlines, describe, depicts, outlined, descibes, explains, portrays, defines, discusses, presents, description

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1. John Von Neumann:

   The sciences do not try to explain, they hardly even try to interpret, they mainly make models. By a model is meant a mathematical construct which, with the addition of certain verbal interpretations, describes observed phenomena. The justification of such a mathematical construct is solely and precisely that it is expected to work.

2. Tiger Woods:

   This book is my definitive story. It's in my words and expresses my thoughts. It describes how I feel and what's happened in my life, i've been working at it steadily, and I'm looking forward to continuing the process and creating a book that people will want to read.

3. Anita Hoffer:

   It tastefully and unselfconsciously names, describes and normalizes behaviors that are universal and, by example, invites the viewer to experiment and learn, as Leonore Tiefer (sex researcher, therapist and activist) has said, 'Sex is not a natural act,' and good lovemaking is an art that must be learned and practiced.

4. Judge Kavanaugh:

   I have never done anything like what the accuser describes -- to her or to anyone, because this never happened, I had no idea who was making this accusation until she identified herself yesterday. I am willing to talk to the Senate Judiciary Committee in any way the committee deems appropriate to refute this false allegation, from 36 years ago, and defend my integrity.

5. Ohio Gov. John Kasich:

   Eight years from now I look forward to giving a State of the Union that describes a stronger, safer and more united America.