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as in demonstrated
to show or make clear by using examples
she illustrated her point with a story about her experiences as a field anthropologist
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as in illuminated
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration
lavishly illustrated the monograph on Caravaggio with color plates
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as in explained
to make plain or understandable
the recent devastating fire illustrates the need for improved safety codes
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Recent Examples of illustrated
Consider these our contemporary cupcake commandments, illustrated by three new recipes that are, as Carrie would say, fabulous.
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Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Nothing could have better illustrated where the Penguins are in their first-round NHL playoff series with the Philadelphia Flyers — or the team’s mindset.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Her rapid-fire lyrical delivery with her two backup singers coupled with horns even more scintillating live illustrated why that song deserves its exclamation point.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The move illustrated a major intervention by the state in the local justice system, one of Kansas City’s few avenues for police accountability due to the city’s lack of control over its police force.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Under former coach Billy Napier, the Gators’ NFL output dwindled, best illustrated by the Gators having a single pick in 2024 and no selectees in the first three rounds last year.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Intel’s earnings report illustrated this evolution in a massive way.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Maybe the parties can come together on the offense, but the Jonathan Kuminga saga illustrated how hard that is in practice.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
Guggenheim is currently at work on The Whisper War, a five-issue sci-fi mystery thriller from Amazon's Comixology Originals, illustrated by Sedat Oezgen (Savage Sword of Conan), colored by Carlos Cabrera and lettered by Dave Sharpe.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Nothing could have better illustrated where the Penguins are in their first-round NHL playoff series with the Philadelphia Flyers — or the team’s mindset.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Her rapid-fire lyrical delivery with her two backup singers coupled with horns even more scintillating live illustrated why that song deserves its exclamation point.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The move illustrated a major intervention by the state in the local justice system, one of Kansas City’s few avenues for police accountability due to the city’s lack of control over its police force.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
Under former coach Billy Napier, the Gators’ NFL output dwindled, best illustrated by the Gators having a single pick in 2024 and no selectees in the first three rounds last year.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Intel’s earnings report illustrated this evolution in a massive way.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Maybe the parties can come together on the offense, but the Jonathan Kuminga saga illustrated how hard that is in practice.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
Guggenheim is currently at work on The Whisper War, a five-issue sci-fi mystery thriller from Amazon's Comixology Originals, illustrated by Sedat Oezgen (Savage Sword of Conan), colored by Carlos Cabrera and lettered by Dave Sharpe.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illustrated
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Sixteen years, zero decay The battery prototype demonstrated endurance, maintaining a stable structure and perfect reversibility over 6,000 cycles — equivalent to more than 16 years of daily operation — with zero loss in storage capacity.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Despite the child molestation claims that plagued Jackson for decades, his fans have demonstrated a number of times that the answer is yes.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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With options like Atlantic Ocean mist, the shower is over-the-top in the best way, and the heated swimming pool is gently illuminated, creating a peaceful lagoon-like vibe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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The NoHo Gateway Sign, a large-scale public art installation that has been dark since 2013, was illuminated during an evening ceremony led by Los Angeles City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Over the course of 25 minutes Breslow and Kennedy explained their decision to fire one of the most accomplished managers in franchise history after just 27 games this season and elevate Triple-A manager Chad Tracy to the big league role on an interim basis.—
Mac Cerullo,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Studley explained the biological process responsible for the lobster’s two-toned appearance.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
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As exemplified through his company’s latest venture, Morton believes predictive intelligence will increasingly define competitive advantage, allowing agents to act with greater certainty and timing.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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Such tension is perhaps best exemplified, however, by the conditions underlying this young boy’s plight.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
15 Apr. 2026
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Officials said Friday that water service was promptly switched off to about 75 customers shortly after the incident, but clarified Saturday that the number of customers impacted was closer to 67 households.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
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In an Instagram video, Nezhoda clarified that while the two often clashed on screen, their rivalry didn't reflect their real-life relationship.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Illustrated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illustrated. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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