vignette

Meanings

• noun

  A short, descriptive piece of writing, typically one that is self-contained and focuses on imagery and emotion.

  - "The vignette in the novel provided a vivid description of the character's emotions."
  - "The photographer took a series of vignettes of the old town."

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Pronunciation

1. /vɪnˈjɛt/
   
   
   
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2. /vɪnˈjɛt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

account , anecdote , depiction , portrayal , representation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with vignette
igneite , mignonette , signet

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Variants

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vignette , vignettes , vignettist , vignettists , vignetted , vignetter , vignetters , vignetting

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Etymology

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From the French word 'vignette' meaning 'little picture' or 'sketch'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'vignette' is also used in photography to refer to a short, self-contained image that focuses on a particular subject or scene.

2. The word 'vignette' comes from the French word 'vignette', which means 'little picture' or 'sketch'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anecdote: Both vignettes and anecdotes are short, self-contained stories that focus on imagery and emotion, but a vignette is often more descriptive and less narrative.

2. Sketch: A vignette can be thought of as a written sketch, providing a brief, vivid description of a scene or character.

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Culture

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In literature, a vignette is often used to provide a brief, vivid description of a scene or character, often serving as an introduction or interlude to a larger work.

How to Memorize "vignette"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a short, descriptive piece of writing that paints a vivid picture in your mind.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'vignette' with the image of a small, descriptive painting or sketch.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that a vignette is a 'little picture' or 'sketch' in writing.

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