Another word for illustrate

illustrate Synonyms

illustrate

v.

To make clear by illustration
exemplify, demonstrate, explain, elucidate, illuminate, picture, represent, delineate, portray, depict, give an example, instance, give evidence, give particulars, cite a case in point, allegorize, attest, show, evidence, give a for-instance*; see also draw 2, explain, paint 1.
To adorn with illustrations
embellish, adorn, illuminate; see decorate.

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Another word for illustrate

verb

To demonstrate and clarify with examples:
exemplify, instance. See show
To serve as an example, image, or symbol of:
epitomize, exemplify, represent, stand for, symbol, symbolize, typify. See substitute
To make clear or clearer:
clarify, clear (up), elucidate, illuminate. Idiom: shed (or throw) light on (or upon). See clear