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Synonyms & Similar Words
depiction
representation
picture
drawing
image
graphic
diagram
sketch
portrait
rendering
visualization
artwork
painting
engraving
etching
lithograph
caricature
cartoon
animation
diagramming
delineation
figuration
iconography
imagination
impression
interpretation
likeness
model
outline
profile
silhouette
symbolization
vignette
Meaning of Illustration
The primary meaning of the word "illustration" is a picture or diagram that is used to explain or decorate something, such as a book, magazine, or website.
Definitions
- A picture or diagram that is used to explain or decorate something, such as a book, magazine, or website
- * The act of explaining or interpreting something, such as a text or an idea, by using pictures or diagrams
- * A person or thing that serves as an example or explanation of something
Etymology of Illustration
The word "illustration" comes from the Latin word "illustrare", which means "to light up" or "to make clear"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to the act of explaining or interpreting something by using pictures or diagrams
Over time, the word has also come to refer to the pictures or diagrams themselves, as well as the people who create them
Example Uses
- The book includes beautiful illustrations of the main characters and settings
- * The professor used illustrations from real-life examples to explain the concept
- * The artist's illustrations have been featured in several prominent magazines and websites
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
obscurity
ambiguity
confusion
complexity
intricacy
difficulty
uncertainty
vagueness
haziness
murkiness
cloudiness
darkness
blackout
concealment
secrecy
mysteriousness
enigma
puzzle
riddle
problem
perplexity
bewilderment