Simple meaning
What does Illustration mean?
an example or image that explains.
Dictionary definition
an example or picture used to explain an idea more clearly.
Example sentences
Illustration in a sentence
easy
In class, we used illustration to explain an idea clearly.
medium
The reading assignment asked students to identify illustration in the passage and explain its role.
hard
During discussion, the group compared how illustration changed the meaning of the argument in the text.
Synonyms
Words like Illustration
related termA nearby term with a similar idea in academic contexts.
connected ideaUsed when the concept overlaps but is not always identical.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite ideaUseful contrast when meaning goes in a different direction.
unrelated pointUse when there is no meaningful connection or support.
Word family
Illustration word family
Base word
illustration
noun
illustration
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does illustration mean?
Illustration means an example or image that explains.
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