For more information about words that help describe people, places and things, look at the topic on describing words (Adjectives).

You write descriptive text when you want your reader to picture what you’re describing. Read through the factsheet Writing descriptive text and then have a go at writing your own...

Descriptive writing has a unique power and appeal, as it evokes sights, smells, sounds, textures, and tastes. Using description in your writing brings the world within your text to your reader.

Descriptive writing provides an illustration of people, places, events, situations, thoughts, and feelings. Description presents sensory information that makes writing come alive.

♦ Some descriptive texts are just straight facts and do not give the reader any ideas about the feelings or opinions of the author. These are objective descriptions.

It includes poetry, diary entries, and nature writing. It appeals to the reader's five senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

Writing that effectively uses descriptive detail will allow a reader to do more than merely see words on a page. Original description gives writing a sense of honesty and believability, while concise details …