Historical Interpretation Vocabulary

adjective open to discussion or argument; not settled or decided

• The issue of climate change is highly debatable among scientists.
• Whether pineapple belongs on pizza is a debatable topic among friends.
• His fashion choices are definitely debatable.
• The interpretation of the painting is debatable among art critics.

noun a representation or description of someone or something in a work of art or literature

• The artist's portrayal of the historical event was praised for its accuracy.
• I really liked the actor's portrayal of the character in the movie.
• Her portrayal of the popular singer was spot on.
• The author's portrayal of loneliness in the novel was hauntingly beautiful.