graphic

UK: ˈɡræfɪk | US: ˈɡræfɪk

Definition

  1. adj. relating to visual art or written/drawn representations

  2. adj. vividly descriptive or detailed

  3. n. a visual representation (e.g., chart, diagram)

Structure
graph <write/draw>ic <adjective suffix>
Etymology

Derived from Greek graphikos ("of drawing/writing"), from graphein ("to write, draw"). The root graph appears in many English words (e.g., autograph, photograph), consistently tied to visual or written representation. The suffix -ic (from Greek -ikos) forms adjectives. Over time, graphic expanded from literal drawing/writing to encompass vivid imagery in both art and language.

Examples

  1. The book includes graphic illustrations of historical events.

  2. She gave a graphic description of her travel experiences.

  3. The report uses graphics to simplify complex data.

  4. His graphic novel won several awards for its artistry.

  5. The documentary contains graphic scenes of wildlife behavior.