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illustrative

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Illustrative (adj) means giving a clear example that helps explain something.

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Giving a clear example that helps explain something.

"This latest incident is illustrative of his continued bad behavior."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

demonstrative exemplifying

Related words

undemonstrative

Rhymes for illustrative

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What is the meaning of illustrative?

"illustrative" (adj) means giving a clear example that helps explain something.

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Other words for "illustrative" include demonstrative, exemplifying.

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