illustration

1 of 1noun

/ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/

Forms:illustrations

a picture or drawing in a book, or other publication, particularly one that makes the understanding of something easier

Illustration is a drawing or picture added to books, magazines, and other printed materials to help explain or improve the text. Illustrations make complex ideas easier to understand by providing visual context. They can show scenes, characters, or objects mentioned in the text and are often used in educational materials, storybooks, and articles. These images can range from simple line drawings to detailed and colorful artworks, depending on their purpose. Illustrations not only help understanding but also add visual interest to the publication.

The illustration in the textbook helped students grasp the complex concept.
Each chapter of the novel began with a beautiful illustration.
The children’s book was filled with colorful illustrations that brought the story to life.
The manual included an illustration to show how the parts fit together.
The magazine article featured an illustration of the new technology.

Synonyms:

illumination miniature

showing by example

Synonyms:

exemplification

an item of information that is typical of a class or group

Synonyms:

example instance representative