Synonyms for

Profiles

Verb / ˈprəʊˌfaɪlz / Another word for profiles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Profiles are descriptions or outlines of someone or something, typically as a written or visual representation.

Synonyms & similar words

visibility profile biography description outline sketch portrait characterization depiction representation account recital record chronicle history memoir narrative report study analysis evaluation assessment

Synonyms by register

Formal

portraits biographies sketches summaries

Informal

bios summaries overviews rundowns

Literary

effigies likenesses

Antonyms

fronts faces views perspectives aspects

Common collocations

  • user profiles
  • company profiles
  • create a profile
  • edit profile
  • view profile
  • profile picture
  • social media profile
  • personal profile

Word family

noun profile
verb profile

Usage note

The word 'profiles' can refer to descriptions of people or things, or to the outline or silhouette of a face. It is commonly used in digital contexts for user accounts.

Example sentences

  1. The dating app requires users to create a profile to participate.
  2. I read the profiles of the candidates before deciding who to vote for.
  3. The detective studied the criminal's profile to help solve the case.
  4. The artist drew a profile of the model.
  5. The company created a profile for their ideal customer.

Quotes

  • A great book is a profile in courage. - John F. Kennedy
  • A profile is a scrapbook of your life. - Laura Linney
  • A profile is something I do in the moment, with people watching me. - Marina Abramovic

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