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illustrate

Pronunciation: [ˈɪl.ə.streɪt]

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Learn how to use illustrate in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “education”

(verb) to show or explain something, usually with pictures or examples. When someone illustrates, they make it easier to understand by providing visuals or clear examples.

Example

The teacher used a drawing to illustrate how the water cycle works.

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The book did not illustrate the concepts well, so many students were confused.

Example

Can you illustrate your point with an example?

Context: “art”

(verb) to create drawings or images that go with a story or text. When an artist illustrates, they make pictures that help tell a story better.

Example

The artist was asked to illustrate the children’s book with colorful pictures.

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He didn’t illustrate the story; instead, he only wrote the words.

Example

Who will illustrate the new comic book?

How to pronounce illustrate

Pronunciation: [ˈɪl.ə.streɪt]

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