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illustrated

Part of SpeechverbPronunciation/ˈɪləstɹeɪtɪd/Word FrequencyCommon (4.86)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)

To shed light upon.

In a Sentence

The essay uses illustrated to make the point more precise.

Published Usage Examples

-- And, Nelly, ye may tell them he has an illustrated poem -- _illustrated_ -- mind the word, Nelly -- that is to be stuck as fou o 'the like o' that, as ever turkey was larded wi 'dabs o' bacon. "

My heart goes out to his family on this day of incredible loss…The rose he wore on his lapel to help people pronounce his name illustrated some of his traits I most admired: practical with a dash of charisma and a bit of fun thrown in for good measure.

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Origin

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Common Phrases

. illustratedlondon illustratedhere illustratedhistory illustratedillustrated wellillustrated best
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Poetry examples for illustrated

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