illustrate

• 动词，指通过举例、图片或图表来解释或阐明某事，也指为书籍、文章等配插图。

A verb used to indicate the act of explaining or clarifying something by providing examples, pictures, or diagrams.

1. Explain or clarifyB1formal

   To make something clear or easier to understand by giving examples or pictures.

   说明

   • The teacher illustrated the concept with a simple diagram.
   • He used a story to illustrate his point.
   • The report illustrates the importance of early education.

   同义词clarifydemonstrateelucidateexemplifyexplainexpoundilluminateinterpretshow

2. Provide picturesB1formal

   To add drawings, pictures, or other visual elements to a book or text.

   配插图

   • The artist was hired to illustrate the children's book.
   • The magazine article is beautifully illustrated with photographs.
   • She illustrated her presentation with colorful slides.

   同义词adorndecorateembellishilluminatepicture