illustrative
Translation
illustrative, explanatory, representative
Examples
The chart provides an illustrative example.
The chart provides an illustrative example.
Her comments were illustrative of the problem.
Her comments were illustrative of the problem.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) serving as an example of (sth.) Her comments were illustrative of the problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: explanatory, descriptive, representative; Antonyms: confusing, vague
Etymology
From Latin 'illustrare' meaning 'to light up, make clear'. It's formed from 'il-' (in) + 'lustrare' (to make bright).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'illustration' in a book; it makes the text clearer. An 'illustrative' example does the same thing with words.