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illustration

[il-uh-strey-shuhn] / ˌɪl əˈstreɪ ʃən /
NOUN
demonstration, exemplification
Synonyms
STRONGEST
example explanation interpretation
STRONG
analogy case clarification elucidation instance model representative sample sampling specimen
WEAK
case history case in point for instance
NOUN
drawing, artwork that assists explanation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cartoon decoration depiction engraving etching image painting photo photograph picture sketch snapshot vignette
STRONG
adornment design figure frontispiece halftone plate tailpiece
WEAK
line drawing

Example Sentences

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The illustration showed a cow proudly standing next to a strange collection of useless objects labeled as tools.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Jemal R. Brinson is a graphics reporter at The Wall Street Journal specializing in 3-D graphics, motion design and illustration.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

The 150 shops are a vital source of livelihood for many and an illustration of resilience.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Many people's annoyance at having to accept cookies when they visit a new website is an illustration of what is sometimes called the "privacy paradox".

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Each handwritten story had a small illustration at the top.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova