Illustration
12 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A picture, drawing, or diagram that explains or decorates text. It can also refer to an example used to clarify or prove a point.
“The textbook includes colour illustrations to help students understand complex biological processes.”
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Contains the 'TION' suffix and multiple 'I' vowels; features the 'ILLUS' opening pattern
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Worth 14 points; strategic for parallel plays and building on existing words
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