Illustrate

verb · Command words

Definition

Make a point clear by giving examples or a diagram.

Explanation

Choose a specific example and link it clearly to the idea.

Example

Illustrate the concept of opportunity cost with an example.

In an exam

Command-word meanings can vary between subjects, exam boards and mark schemes, so check your own board's guidance. See Exam Command Words: What Each Instruction Asks For.

Common confusion

An example alone is not enough; connect it to the point it illustrates.