infographic

[ in-foh-graf-ik ]

noun

1. Often infographics. a visual presentation of information in the form of a chart, graph, or other image accompanied by minimal text, intended to give an easily understood overview, often of a complex subject:

   a mass-transit infographic that uses different colors to represent different modes of transportation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of infographic¹

First recorded in 1960–65; info(rmation) + graphic

Example Sentences

Domestic-facing state-affiliated outlet The Paper provided infographics and timelines of the trial, and cited US surveys as showing polarised views on it among US voters.

From BBC

“This journey was inspired by how I started my Instagram account, which initially focused on creating infographics demonstrating simple and easy recipes,” she said.

From Salon

Those viral weather service infographics you see on Twitter and Facebook during big weather events?

From Los Angeles Times

The show also includes digital infographics, a video and audio elements.

From Los Angeles Times

And militant groups regularly release infographics showing the number they claim to have killed or injured, and the arms they've seized around the country.

From BBC