adjective / noun
graphic
A visual representation or relating to its creation.
The graphic shows changes in rainfall as a simple chart.
Etymology
The Greek ancestor means relating to drawing or writing. Graphic retains that visual emphasis for images and for the work of creating them.
More examples
- She designed graphics for the report.
- He studied graphic art.
- The article included a clear graphic.
Forms
graphic · graphics
Similar words
- illustration
- Usually a picture accompanying or explaining text.
- diagram
- Emphasizes structure or relationships rather than general visual expression.