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graphical

 

[ ˈɡræfɪk(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

visual representation

The term 'graphical' refers to anything relating to visual art or representation, especially in the context of graphical design or data visualization. It often involves the use of diagrams, illustrations, or images to convey information clearly and effectively.

Synonyms

illustrative, pictorial, visual

Examples of usage

  • The graphical user interface makes it easier to navigate software.
  • She created a graphical representation of the survey results.
  • The book includes many graphical elements to aid understanding.

Translations

Translations of the word "graphical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gráfico

🇮🇳 ग्राफ़िकल

🇩🇪 grafisch

🇮🇩 grafis

🇺🇦 графічний

🇵🇱 graficzny

🇯🇵 グラフィカル

🇫🇷 graphique

🇪🇸 gráfico

🇹🇷 grafik

🇰🇷 그래픽

🇸🇦 بياني

🇨🇿 grafický

🇸🇰 grafický

🇨🇳 图形的

🇸🇮 grafičen

🇮🇸 grafískur

🇰🇿 графикалық

🇬🇪 გრაფიკული

🇦🇿 qrafik

🇲🇽 gráfico

Etymology

The word 'graphical' originates from the Greek word 'graphikos', which means 'relating to writing or drawing'. This etymology reflects its first uses, which emphasized artistic representation. As technology advanced, particularly in the late 20th century with the rise of computing, 'graphical' began to encompass a broader array of visual representations, including those in digital media. The rise of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in the 1980s popularized the term in the tech world, differentiating ways to interact with systems visually as opposed to text-based command lines. Today, it is widely used across various fields, including art, computing, and media to describe anything that pertains to visual representation.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,803, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.