illustrate — to explain or make clear by using examples, pictures, or diagrams
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to explain or make clear by using examples, pictures, or diagrams
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪləstreɪt/
Korean meaning: 예시, 그림, 도표 등을 사용하여 설명하거나 명확하게 하다
Korean pronunciation: 일-러스-트레이트 (강세: 일)
Example Sentences
- My mom tried to illustrate how to cook ramen, but somehow I still burned the water!
- The comic book perfectly illustrates why I should never trust a superhero with my homework.
- The research data illustrates a significant improvement in student performance.
illustrate
VERB//ˈɪləstreɪt//
to explain or make clear by using examples, pictures, or diagrams
Making concepts clear through visual examples
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When you demonstrate with focus, you illustrate so students can concentrate!
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Origin
From Latin 'illustrare', meaning 'to light up' or 'to make bright', derived from 'in-' (in) and 'lustrare' (to brighten or illuminate). The word evolved to mean 'to make clear' or 'to explain' in the figurative sense.
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“My mom tried to illustrate how to cook ramen, but somehow I still burned the water!”
“The comic book perfectly illustrates why I should never trust a superhero with my homework.”
“The research data illustrates a significant improvement in student performance.”
“This historical event illustrates the power of peaceful protest.”
“The artist was commissioned to illustrate the new fantasy novel.”
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