illustrate

Definition for illustrate

verb as in demonstrate, exemplify

Strongest matches

clarify, delineate, depict, embody, emphasize, epitomize, exhibit, explain, expose, highlight, illuminate, interpret, lay out, manifest, mark, mirror, personify, point up, portray, represent, reveal, spotlight, symbolize, typify

Strong matches

allegorize, clear, disclose, elucidate, evidence, evince, expound, imitate, instance, picture, proclaim, show, vivify

Weak matches

bring home, clear up, draw a picture, emblematize, get across, get over, limelight, make clear, make plain, ostend, show and tell

verb as in explain by drawing, decorating

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adorn, delineate, depict, illuminate, paint, portray, represent

Strong matches

embellish, limn, ornament, picture, sketch

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Yes, England were crushed by a margin not illustrated by the mere seven wickets written on the scorecard.

From BBC

That the story is so widespread shows its appeal as a means of illustrating the inability or unwillingness of people to react to a threat if it is sufficiently concealed or slow-moving.

From Salon

But it’s also a cautionary forecast illustrating the worst-case scenario of what might happen if today’s technocrats seize the keys to tomorrow.

From Salon

The wide spread of cities, states and municipalities where demonstrations were held illustrated the extent to which the problem of forced disappearances affects communities and families across Mexico.

From BBC

California received a “green” on both measures, a sign that its system offered “adequate” access, but Carlson’s research experiences illustrate the limits of “adequate.”

From Los Angeles Times

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