illustrated

word · lemma: illustrate

Definition

Shown using pictures, drawings, or diagrams. It can also mean explained or made clear with examples or visuals.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used for books ('an illustrated book') or explanations ('he illustrated his point'). Can describe something with added images or visually clarified ideas. In academic or formal texts, 'illustrated' often suggests visual content. As a verb, often passive ('was illustrated by').

Example Sentences

This is an illustrated storybook for children.

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He illustrated his idea with a diagram.

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The manual is illustrated with colorful pictures.

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Her point was well illustrated by the example she gave.

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The recipe book is illustrated with step-by-step photos.

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That chapter is illustrated by a famous artist.

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