as in illustration
something that visually explains or decorates a text
the use of graphics in the text of the dictionary helps to break up the visual monotony of the page
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also graphical
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as in vivid
producing a mental picture through clear and impressive description
the report offered many graphic details about the devastating earthquake that rocked the area
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as in visual
consisting of or relating to pictures
got a degree in graphic design
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Recent Examples of graphic
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
The Pokémon Company The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, as it's labeled, will reportedly feature improved graphics and frame rates, with prior footage of the Switch 2 versions showing a 60fps frame rate, compared to the Switch's 30fps.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2025
Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.
—Charlie Kaijo, Arkansas Online, 20 May 2025
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Noun
The limited-edition capsule, which was designed in partnership with the musician, includes T-shirts and sweatshirts in a camo print, skull motifs, old English graphics and a checker print, along with classic chino pants, shorts and overalls.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
The Pokémon Company The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, as it's labeled, will reportedly feature improved graphics and frame rates, with prior footage of the Switch 2 versions showing a 60fps frame rate, compared to the Switch's 30fps.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Adjective
Choosing a Paint Color Inspired by artwork from graphic designer Jade Purple Brown, Inman decided to paint the room a bright shade of pastel pink.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2025
Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.
—Charlie Kaijo, Arkansas Online, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for graphic
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With more than 50 tattoos, the imagery comes in a huge variety of artistic styles, from a simple linework Matisse illustration to an intricately detailed Visconti of Milan coat of arms to a classic rose and photorealistic pet portraits.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
2 June 2025
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The words were names, surnames, dates, cities and towns, sometimes with illustrations for reference, according to the release.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Even subtle sounds like tunnel chases or brutal hits in The Batman feel vivid.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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But, the smoke remains generally high in the atmosphere, likely resulting only in vivid red sunrises and sunsets rather than ground-level health concerns.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Some Miley Cyrus fans who paid top dollar to attend the Tribeca Festival debut of the singer’s new visual album, Something Beautiful, appeared to be under the impression that a post-screening Q&A would include a concert.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
9 June 2025
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The accompanying visual film will be released in theaters later this month.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
8 June 2025
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Marshall says following this diagram through her flows has been a wonderful way to enhance her practice.—
Kristin Canning,
SELF,
30 May 2025
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Cecilia didn’t provide details of what happened leading up to the crash or its aftermath, but helped Hayden draw a diagram of where everyone was sitting on the boat, the officer said in her statement.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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For each position, highlight specific wins and impact.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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As for most stateside enthusiasts, there’s one specific contest in the event’s 92 editions that stands above all others—the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, when the Blue Oval prevailed over the Prancing Horse with a podium sweep immortalized in Hollywood’s 2019 blockbuster Ford v Ferrari.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Rosenheim believes that early photographic portraits empowered working-class Americans.—
Lillian Ali,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 June 2025
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Today the brand goes on but the brand is often licensed to third parties producing photographic products for the digital age.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Any federal agent using Clearview or an alternative can take the same footage and run facial images to find matches across photos scraped from social sites.—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Israeli officials released images of Thunberg and others wearing orange life vests and sitting closely together on the Madleen.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Image Sherald’s vertical portraits, by contrast, retain their pictorial charisma despite a certain repetitiveness.—
Deborah Solomon,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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The Filipino filmmaker delivers a pictorial fresco of the 16th century, at once a sensory immersion and an uncompromising political perspective on colonial violence.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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“Graphic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graphic. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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