Synonyms for

Illustration

Verb / ˌɪlʌˈstreɪʃʌn / Another word for illustration — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A picture or image that is used to explain or decorate a text.

Synonyms & similar words

exemplification example representative instance picture drawing sketch diagram visual image chart graphic artwork painting photo photograph portrayal representation rendering depiction design composition figure caricature

Synonyms by register

Formal

depiction representation exemplification elucidation

Informal

pic drawing sketch diagram

Literary

emblazonment effigy iconography

Antonyms

obscurity concealment hiding disguise vague ambiguity

Common collocations

  • book illustration
  • technical illustration
  • medical illustration
  • figure illustration
  • illustration board
  • illustration purpose
  • illustration style

Word family

noun illustration
verb illustrate
adjective illustrative

Usage note

While 'illustration' can refer to a picture or diagram, it also means an example or explanation that clarifies a point. Be mindful of the context to understand the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The illustration in the book helped me understand the story better.
  2. The article had a colorful illustration that caught my eye.
  3. The illustrator spent hours creating the perfect picture.
  4. She studied illustration in college and now works as a freelance artist.
  5. The children's book had many illustrations of animals and nature.

Quotes

  • An illustration is worth a thousand words.
  • The best illustration is a faithful representation of what is conveyed.
  • Illustration is the most democratic of all arts.

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