illustrated

[ il-uh-strey-tid ]

adjective

1. containing pictures, drawings, and other illustrations:

   an illustrated book.

noun

1. British. a magazine or newspaper regularly containing many photographs or drawings.

Other Words From

• un·illus·trated adjective
• well-illus·trated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of illustrated¹

First recorded in 1825–35; illustrate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

He continued by saying the defendant's lack of remorse was illustrated by rap lyrics found in his prison cell in January that were "glorifying" his crimes.

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The awful showing at Bournemouth, when both were absent with injury, illustrated how Arsenal struggle without them.

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She is creating viral moments, not only with her world-class striking, but with her ruthless personality, illustrated by her lipstick celebration after defeating Santos.

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Caleb Williams did at least show more improvement, but the NFC North is a brutal division, as illustrated by Minnesota going to 9-2 yet still trailing the Lions in top spot.

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And he illustrated a path to the near pinnacle of power for those whose backgrounds still rarely lead to the top table of British politics.

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Related Words

• adorned
• decorated
• embellished
• illuminated