illustrate

//ˈɪləstreɪt//
B2Frequency Level 7Neutral
Visual representation of illustrate

Verb

illustrateInfinitive
illustratePresent tense
illustratedPast tense
illustratedPast participle
illustratingPresent participle
illustratesThird-person singular
1

to provide pictures, diagrams, or drawings for a book, article, or other text

The book is beautifully illustrated with colorful drawings.

2

to explain or make something clear by using examples, charts, pictures, or other visual aids

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate how the water cycle works.

3

to serve as an example of something; to demonstrate or show clearly

This case illustrates the need for better safety regulations.