B2verbacademic
US/ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/
UK/ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/
to make a point clearer by giving examples or pictures; to be an example of something
In context
To illustrate this point, consider the case of Singapore.
The rise in online learning clearly illustrates how fast education is changing.
Her children's book is beautifully illustrated with watercolors.
Words that go with illustrate
verb + noun
- illustrate the pointLet me give an example to illustrate the point.
- illustrate the importanceThe story illustrates the importance of honesty.
- illustrate the problemOne simple chart can illustrate the problem better than a long paragraph.
adverb + verb
- clearly illustrateThese figures clearly illustrate the gap between rich and poor.
- beautifully illustratedThe dictionary is beautifully illustrated for young learners.