Graphic: meaning, definitions and examples

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graphic

 

[ ˈɡrafɪk ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

design

relating to visual art or visual representations, especially those that are produced on a computer

Synonyms

artistic, visual, visual art

Examples of usage

  • graphic design
  • graphic artist
  • graphic novel
Context #2 | Noun

design

a visual representation or design, especially in the form of a chart or illustration

Synonyms

chart, illustration, visual

Examples of usage

  • infographic
  • computer graphics
  • graphic representation
Context #3 | Adjective

detailed

clear and vivid, providing a detailed visual description

Synonyms

detailed, explicit, vivid

Examples of usage

  • graphic description
  • graphic account

Translations

Translations of the word "graphic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gráfico

🇮🇳 ग्राफिक

🇩🇪 grafisch

🇮🇩 grafis

🇺🇦 графічний

🇵🇱 graficzny

🇯🇵 グラフィック (グラフィック)

🇫🇷 graphique

🇪🇸 gráfico

🇹🇷 grafik

🇰🇷 그래픽

🇸🇦 رسومي

🇨🇿 grafický

🇸🇰 grafický

🇨🇳 图形 (túxíng)

🇸🇮 grafičen

🇮🇸 grafískur

🇰🇿 графикалық

🇬🇪 გრაფიკული

🇦🇿 qrafik

🇲🇽 gráfico

Etymology

The word 'graphic' originated from the Greek word 'graphikos', meaning 'of or for writing, belonging to drawing'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century. Over time, 'graphic' evolved to encompass visual representations and designs, especially in the context of art and technology.

See also: autograph, graph, grapheme, graphing, graphite, monograph, xylograph.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,483 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.