pictorial
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for pictorial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to, or illustrated with, pictures.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
pictural
lifelike
Antonyms
How to use pictorial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pictorial guide
pictorial representation
pictorial history
Etymology
From Latin pictor ("painter") plus the adjective ending "-ial", built on the same root as "picture".
Full origin of pictorial →Frequently asked questions
What does “pictorial” mean?
The word “pictorial” means relating to, or illustrated with, pictures. In plain terms, something expressed through pictures rather than (or alongside) words.
How do you pronounce “pictorial”?
“Pictorial” is pronounced pihk-TAW-ree-uhl (/pɪkˈtɔɹi.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “pictorial” in a sentence?
Here is “pictorial” used in a sentence: “The museum published a pictorial guide to its collection.”
What part of speech is “pictorial”?
Depending on how it is used, “pictorial” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “pictorial” come from?
The word “pictorial” comes from Latin. From Latin pictor ("painter") plus the adjective ending "-ial", built on the same root as "picture".
Is “pictorial” a common word?
“Pictorial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “pictorial” have?
“Pictorial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to, or illustrated with, pictures.
