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illustrate

[il-uh-streyt, ih-luhs-treyt] / ˈɪl əˌstreɪt, ɪˈlʌs treɪt /
VERB
demonstrate, exemplify
Synonyms
STRONGEST
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
allegorize clear disclose elucidate evidence evince expound imitate instance picture proclaim show vivify
WEAK
bring home clear up draw a picture emblematize get across get over limelight make clear make plain ostend show and tell
Antonyms
STRONGEST
complicate conceal confuse cover hide obscure save
VERB
explain by drawing, decorating
Synonyms
STRONGEST
adorn delineate depict illuminate paint portray represent
STRONG
embellish limn ornament picture sketch
Antonyms
WEAK
hide obscure

Example Sentences

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The Iran war has been front of mind for investors for the past month, and concerns over artificial-intelligence disruption to software have racked the sector and infected others, illustrating the power of sentiment.

From Barron's

The new mural of Huerta "illustrates the type of person that she was," he added.

From BBC

He also asked to remain anonymous—a request that ran through several similar interviews and might illustrate a feature of California’s regulatory state.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Census Bureau’s latest population estimates illustrate how housing supply supports—or stunts—growth.

From Barron's

The daily chart illustrates how GSK has outshined peers over the past year.

From Barron's

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.