vystihující

Vystihující is a Czech present active participle of the verb vystihnout, meaning to capture, convey, or summarize the essential features of something. In common usage it functions as an adjective, describing something that aptly conveys the subject’s essence or character. The form can modify nouns in noun phrases and, depending on the sentence, can appear in attributive or predicative position.

Formation and usage: As a participle, vystihující is derived from the verb stem vystih- with the present participle suffix -ující. It agrees with the noun it modifies in terms of gender and number, and it can be used in different grammatical cases, just like other adjectives or participles in Czech. Typical phrases include vystihující popis (a description that captures), vystihující rysy (characteristic features), or vystihující shrnutí (an apt summary).

Semantics and nuance: Vystihující emphasizes the act of capturing or epitomizing core aspects, rather than simply being concise. It is often preferred in descriptive or critical writing when the author wants to signal that the depicted thing conveys the essential meaning or impression effectively. It is related to, but not identical with, výstižný, which more narrowly conveys conciseness or aptness; vystihující highlights the capturing quality of depiction or portrayal.

Translation and usage notes: Depending on context, vystihující can be translated as descriptive, evocative, or representative. In literary critique, it may describe a portrayal that effectively conveys a character or mood. In lexicography or analysis, it can mark definitions or descriptions that faithfully reflect the underlying concept.

See also: vystihnout, výstižný.