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illustrated

IH-luhst-ray-tihd

Illustrated (adjective) means containing pictures or diagrams. Example: “They bought an illustrated edition of the classic novel for their daughter.”

adjective
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Containing pictures or diagrams.
"They bought an illustrated edition of the classic novel for their daughter."

How to Use Illustrated

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving pictures included, usually in a book or magazine.

Common pairings
illustrated guide fully illustrated

Word Forms

more illustrated comparative, illustrateds plural, most illustrated superlative

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “illustrated” mean?

The word “illustrated” means containing pictures or diagrams. In plain terms, having pictures included, usually in a book or magazine.

How do you pronounce “illustrated”?

“Illustrated” is pronounced IH-luhst-ray-tihd (/ˈɪləstɹeɪtɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “illustrated” in a sentence?

Here is “illustrated” used in a sentence: “They bought an illustrated edition of the classic novel for their daughter.”

What part of speech is “illustrated”?

“Illustrated” is an adjective.

Is “illustrated” a common word?

“Illustrated” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between "illustrated" and "illustrative"?

"Illustrated" means containing pictures or diagrams, as in an illustrated book. "Illustrative" means serving as an example or explanation of something, as in "an illustrative case," so the two describe different things despite looking similar.

What is the difference between "illustrated" and "annotated"?

An illustrated edition contains added pictures or diagrams, while an annotated edition contains added notes and explanations. One enriches a text visually; the other enriches it with written commentary.

What are common collocations with "illustrated"?

"Illustrated" frequently pairs with words like book, edition, and guide, as in "illustrated book" or "fully illustrated guide." It signals that the material includes pictures or diagrams alongside the text.

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