B2noun 2K

Illustration

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌɪləˈstreɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌɪləˈstreɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Illustration

a drawing or picture in a book, magazine, for decoration or to explain something

In simple words: A picture or drawing that explains something.

Illustration in a sentence

• The book includes a beautiful illustration on every page.
• She created an illustration to help explain the complex concept.
• His illustration of the historical event brought it to life.
• The teacher used an illustration to clarify her explanation during the lesson.
• The magazine featured an illustration of the city's skyline at sunset.

How to use Illustration

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Often seen in educational settings or as part of books and articles. Avoid in overly casual conversations where simpler words may suffice.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'illustration' as 'illuminating' something through a picture.

Related words

Collocations with Illustration

• black-and-white
• colour/​color
• coloured/​colored
• depict something
• show something
• accompany something
• in an/​the illustration
• with an/​the illustration
• illustration by
• excellent
• good
• perfect
• serve as
• give (somebody)
• offer
• purposes
• as an illustration
• by way of illustration

Synonyms for Illustration

• drawing
• picture
• image
• depiction
• representation

Opposites of Illustration

• confusion
• ambiguity

Common mistakes with Illustration

• Confused with 'illustrate' — remember 'illustration' is the noun.
• Using 'illustration' when speaking about the act of drawing instead of the result.
• Incorrect pluralization, saying 'illustrations' when referring to one drawing.

Frequently asked questions about Illustration

What does Illustration mean?

A picture or drawing that explains something.

What is the definition of Illustration?

a drawing or picture in a book, magazine, for decoration or to explain something

How do you use Illustration in a sentence?

The book includes a beautiful illustration on every page.

Can you give another example of Illustration?

She created an illustration to help explain the complex concept.

What are synonyms for Illustration?

Common alternatives include drawing, picture, image, depiction, representation.

What is the opposite of Illustration?

Opposite meanings include confusion, ambiguity.

What words go with Illustration?

It commonly pairs with black-and-white, colour/​color, coloured/​colored, depict something, show something, accompany something, in an/​the illustration, with an/​the illustration, illustration by, excellent, good, perfect, serve as, give (somebody), offer, purposes, as an illustration, by way of illustration.

What are common mistakes when using Illustration?

Confused with 'illustrate' — remember 'illustration' is the noun. Using 'illustration' when speaking about the act of drawing instead of the result. Incorrect pluralization, saying 'illustrations' when referring to one drawing.

How do you pronounce Illustration?

US: /["/ˌɪləˈstreɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɪləˈstreɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Illustration?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Often seen in educational settings or as part of books and articles. Avoid in overly casual conversations where simpler words may suffice.

What CEFR level is Illustration?

"Illustration" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.