graphic
adjective
graph·ic
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Definition of graphic
(Entry 1 of 3)
b
: of, relating to, or involving such reproductive methods as those of engraving, etching, lithography, photography, serigraphy, and woodcut
c
: of or relating to the art of printing
d
: relating or according to graphics
2
: formed by writing, drawing, or engraving
graphic inscriptions
3 usually graphic
a
: marked by clear lifelike or vividly realistic description
b
: vividly or plainly shown or described
a graphic sex scene
5
: of or relating to the written or printed word or the symbols or devices used in writing or printing to represent sound or convey meaning
the graphic symbols of the ancient Egyptians
graphic
nounDefinition of graphic (Entry 2 of 3)
1a
: a product of graphic art
b
graphics plural
: the graphic media
2a
: a graphic representation (such as a picture, map, or graph) used especially for illustration
His presentation included a number of informational graphics.
b
: a pictorial image displayed on a computer screen
the program's graphics are impressive
c
graphics plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: the art or science of drawing a representation of an object on a two-dimensional surface according to mathematical rules of projection
3
graphics plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: the process whereby a computer displays graphics
4
: a printed message superimposed on a television picture
-graphic
adjective combining form
variants:
or -graphical
Definition of -graphic (Entry 3 of 3)
: written or transmitted in a (specified) way
stylographic telegraphic
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Other Words from graphic
Adjective
graphically
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graphicness
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Synonyms for graphic
Synonyms: Adjective
delineated, pictorial, picturesque, visual, vivid
Synonyms: Noun
diagram, figure, illustration, plate, visual
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Examples of graphic in a Sentence
Adjective
the report offered many graphic details about the devastating earthquake that rocked the area got a degree in graphic designNoun
She illustrated her talk with a graphic showing state population growth. the use of graphics in the text of the dictionary helps to break up the visual monotony of the page
Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
The first release of court records— unsealed the day before Epstein's jailhouse suicide in Manhattan— contained graphic claims against Epstein and several of his former associates. — Jim Mustian, sun-sentinel.com, "Judge to discuss unsealing new trove of Jeffrey Epstein court papers," 4 Sep. 2019 The first release of court records— unsealed the day before Epstein’s jailhouse suicide in Manhattan— contained graphic claims against Epstein and several of his former associates. — Washington Post, "Judge to discuss unsealing new trove of Epstein court papers," 4 Sep. 2019 In addition, laptop note takers fail to note vital graphic information, such as graphs, charts and illustrations, which longhand note takers easily record in notes. — Kenneth A. Kiewra, The Conversation, "7 tips on how to take better notes," 3 Sep. 2019 Spurs’ graphic running across the shirt, while the Nike ‘Futura’ logo is a noticeable throwback to the 1990s. — SI.com, "Tottenham Launch New Light Blue Nike Third Kit With Serious '90s Throwback Vibes," 3 Sep. 2019 This policy applies even if the content is purely commentary or contains no graphic imagery. — Sara Harrison, WIRED, "No One's Happy With YouTube's Content Moderation Policies," 28 Aug. 2019 The verdict came after jurors last week viewed graphic photos and heard testimony from a Fairfield police crime scene investigator. — Richard Bammer, The Mercury News, "Former Napa restaurateur found guilty of fatally stabbing ex-wife in 2017," 23 Aug. 2019 SAM PuttLab, according to its website, is a program that analyzes more than 50 parameters of a putting stroke and displays the results in a graphic report. — Dan Shalin, chicagotribune.com, "Fringe benefits: High school golfers take advantage of new training tools," 22 Aug. 2019 Hey, remember on Tuesday when professional wrestler Ronda Rousey shared an extremely graphic photo of her middle finger, which had nearly broken in two? — Amber Brenza, Health.com, "Ronda Rousey Shares Details of Her Gruesome Broken Finger in New Video," 22 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
The design, which features iridescent stripes with circuitry-themed graphics, was inspired by MSU’s T.K. Martin Center for Technology and Disability. — Paul Lukas, SI.com, "Uni Watch College Football Preview 2019," 29 Aug. 2019 Nvidia is releasing a big driver update for its graphics cards to coincide with Gamescom this week. — Tom Warren, The Verge, "Nvidia releases big driver update with ultra-low latency mode, integer scaling, and more," 20 Aug. 2019 Instead, stuntmen and women, motorcycle daredevils, pyrotechnic performers and freak show artists will occupy the stage, a futuristic set enhanced with computer graphics and live-video projections. — Lisa Fung, Los Angeles Times, "‘Hobbs & Shaw’ composer Tyler Bates’ surprising next gig: Cirque du Soleil’s ‘R.U.N’," 2 Aug. 2019 The 8-bit system looks dated by today’s standards: small screen with dot-matrix graphics in black and white—actually four shades of gray-green. — David Kindy, Smithsonian, "Thirty Years Ago, Game Boy Changed the Way America Played Video Games," 29 July 2019 Also in the mix are overalls with graphics inspired by Serena Williams and Meghan Markle. — Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, "ComplexCon Artistic Director Curates Burgeoning Chicago Streetwear Brands," 23 July 2019 There’s no need to buy a console (which can cost $400 or more) or the latest and greatest processor or graphics card (both of which can run several hundred dollars). — Chris Morris, Fortune, "Google Stadia Goes Live in November," 6 June 2019 Last season against Cleveland State, the Buckeyes bought in to the throwback theme for the night with retro jerseys, old-school music and even the the graphics on the Jumbotron. — Stephen Means, cleveland.com, "St. John Arena is returning to its original glory: Buckeye Breakfast," 19 Aug. 2019