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graphic


Main Entry: 1graph·ic
Pronunciation: \ˈgra-fik\
Variant(s): also graph·i·cal \-fi-kəl\
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin graphicus, from Greek graphikos, from graphein
Date: 1637

1 a : of or relating to the pictorial arts; also : pictorial b : of, relating to, or involving such reproductive methods as those of engraving, etching, lithography, photography, serigraphy, and woodcut c : of or relating to the art of printing d : relating or according to graphics
2 : formed by writing, drawing, or engraving
3 usually graphic a : marked by clear lifelike or vividly realistic description b : vividly or plainly shown or described <a graphic sex scene>
4 usually graphical : of, relating to, or represented by a graph
5 : of or relating to the written or printed word or the symbols or devices used in writing or printing to represent sound or convey meaning

graph·i·cal·ly \-fi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

graph·ic·ness \-fik-nəs\ noun

synonyms graphic, vivid, picturesque mean giving a clear visual impression in words. graphic stresses the evoking of a clear lifelike picture <a graphic account of combat>. vivid suggests an impressing on the mind of the vigorous aliveness of something <a vivid re-creation of an exciting event>. picturesque suggests the presentation of a striking or effective picture composed of features notable for their distinctness and charm <a picturesque account of his travels>.

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