sketch

/skɛtʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

a rough drawing or model of something, especially a building or a machine.

“The architect’s initial sketch of the new office building won first prize in the competition.”

2. noun

a brief description or outline of something, especially a plan or a proposal.

“She made a quick sketch of the project’s goals and budget for the meeting.”

3. verb

to draw or make a rough outline of something, especially a building or a machine.

“The engineer sketched out the design on a piece of paper.”

4. verb

to make a brief description or outline of something, especially a plan or a proposal.

“She sketched out the project’s goals and budget on the whiteboard.”

5. verb

to improvise or make something up, often in an informal or unprepared manner.

“He sketched out a joke on the spot and the audience loved it.”

Synonyms

  • design
  • drawing
  • model
  • outline

Antonyms

  • detailed drawing
  • thorough description